The government has imposed further austerity measures on public spending for implementing the current 2026-27 fiscal year's budget. Directives have been issued to halt the purchase of new vehicles, participation in foreign training and seminars at government expense, and construction of new buildings. The Finance Division of the Ministry of Finance issued these instructions in a circular on Monday for preparing the revised budget.

Scope of Restrictions

According to the finance ministry's directive, no new vehicles can be purchased except in special cases. Government employees will also no longer receive interest-free advance loans for purchasing cars. Additionally, participation in foreign training and seminars at government expense and construction of new buildings will remain suspended.

Budget Ceiling and Reallocation

The directive states that the total expenditure of the revised budget must remain within the ceiling set in the original budget. No ministry or division will be allowed to demand additional allocations. Instead, allocations must be reallocated within the original budget to priority sectors aligned with government policies and the electoral manifesto.

New Directives for Development Projects

Instructions have been given to reduce the number of development projects and increase allocations for priority projects consistent with the government's agenda and electoral pledges. The revised budget proposals must be submitted by November 26. The directives have been circulated to all ministries, divisions, and relevant institutions.