Mumbai University is facing criticism after purchasing four new petrol vehicles, while several older vehicles, including electric cars and a 1857-registered historic car, remain unused. Yuva Sena’s Pradeep Sawant, Milind Satam, and Rajan Kolambekar alleged financial imprudence and disregard for sustainable alternatives.
Mumbai: Amid growing concerns over economic pressures linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict and its potential impact on global crude oil supplies, Mumbai University has come under criticism for purchasing four new petrol-powered vehicles despite several existing vehicles lying unused on its premises.
PM's appeal context
The criticism comes at a time when Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to avoid unnecessary expenditure, conserve fuel and make greater use of public transport in view of emerging global uncertainties.
Yuva Sena Senate member Pradeep Sawant, Management Council member Milind Satam, and former Senate member Rajan Kolambekar have raised objections to the decision, alleging that it reflects financial imprudence and disregard for environmentally sustainable alternatives.
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