Goa, May 11 -- Amid rising global fuel prices and growing economic pressure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for collective efforts to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption and strengthen India's economy through responsible public behaviour.

Addressing concerns over increasing international energy costs and their impact on the country, the Prime Minister urged citizens, businesses, and institutions to adopt practical measures aimed at conserving fuel and reducing avoidable expenditure.

Among the key suggestions put forward by Modi were greater adoption of work-from-home arrangements wherever feasible and increased use of virtual meetings in place of unnecessary travel. He said such steps could significantly reduce fuel usage while...