New Delhi, May 15 -- Former R&AW Secretary Samant Goel on Friday suggested that the Prime Minister's convoy and the security arrangements should not be reduced in the name of austerity measures, as PM Modi's safety is a priority in national interest.

Speaking to ANI, Samant Goel opposed the move to reduce the PM's convoy amid a need to save fuel due to the global energy crisis. He said that the Prime Minister's security should rather be strengthened, given the new security threats.

Noting the volatility of the global security situation, Goel said, "The international security situation is volatile. There were attacks on President Donald Trump, despite the US being considered to be safe. There are elements against India, carrying out terr...