Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal for fuel conservation was overshadowed by the actions of BJP leader Saubhagya Singh Thakur, who traveled with a convoy of nearly 50 vehicles from Ujjain to Bhopal for his appointment as chairman of the Madhya Pradesh Textbook Corporation. This extravagant display drew significant criticism online, particularly as it followed Modi's call for austerity and reduced fuel usage amidst rising global tensions. Videos of the convoy, which reportedly caused traffic disruptions, circulated widely, prompting social media users to express their outrage over the perceived hypocrisy of political leaders not adhering to the same standards they advocate for citizens. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also weighed in, questioning the government's sincerity in its appeals for public restraint. Critics remarked that such lavish displays contradict the messages of conservation and austerity that leaders promote, emphasizing the need for public representatives to lead by example.