KPK implements immediate fuel conservation measures

March 07, 2026 (MLN): The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Finance Department has issued an urgent notification directing all subordinate offices to implement immediate fuel conservation measures.

Citing a "critical situation" arising from global crises and anticipated disruptions to the petroleum supply chain, the provincial government aims to ensure that essential operations remain functional despite potential local shortages.

According to the directive, the Secretary to Government, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Finance Department, has instructed all Heads of Attached Departments, Project Directors, and the Director FMIU to transition all internal, inter-departmental, and coordination meetings to virtual platforms.

This shift is intended to minimize physical movement and fuel consumption, ensuring that the ongoing budget cycle and preparations for the upcoming financial year are not compromised by these logistical constraints.

To enforce these savings, the department has restricted all non-essential travel, including outstation visits, inspections, and ceremonial trips.

Official vehicles are now strictly reserved for essential duties, and departments are encouraged to utilize vehicle pooling wherever feasible.

Furthermore, administrative offices have been tasked with the rigorous monitoring and recording of fuel allocations to prevent any unnecessary usage.

The notification concludes by emphasizing that while austerity is a priority, it must not hamper the "priority assignment" of the budget preparation exercise.

Department heads have been directed to sensitize their staff regarding the judicious use of government resources to navigate the prevailing economic circumstances.

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