Senate Secretariat Introduces Fuel Conservation and Austerity Measures
Senate Secretariat has introduced a comprehensive package of fuel conservation and austerity measures based on the directives of the Chairman Senate, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani. These measures aim to reduce expenditure and promote efficient use of public resources.
- Work Schedule: Monday to Thursday will be physical working days, while Friday will be observed as a work-from-home day during non-session days. Employees must remain accessible via telephone, email, WhatsApp, and other communication methods.
- Office Timings: Official office hours will be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on non-session days, extending until session conclusion during Senate sessions.
- Transport Measures: Fuel provision for official vehicles has been reduced by 50% for three months, and the purchase of all types of vehicles is banned.
- Budget Reduction: A five percent reduction in the Non-ERE Budget for financial year 2026-27 will be implemented monthly.
- Teleconferencing: The Senate Secretariat will prioritize teleconferencing for meetings (except intra-city), minimizing the number of meetings.
- Travel Bans: Foreign visits and travel are banned for three months, with exceptions for specific cases. Official dinners will only be hosted for visiting foreign delegations.
- Seminars and Conferences: Government-funded seminars, training sessions, and conferences are prohibited, favoring in-house facilities when necessary.
- Digitalization: E-filing, digital correspondence, and electronic document sharing are encouraged.
- Energy Efficiency: All offices must ensure efficient use of electricity by turning off lights, air conditioning systems, computers, printers, photocopiers, and other electrical/electronic equipment when not in use for official purposes.