The Ministry of Public Administration has issued fresh directives urging government officials to strictly follow energy-saving practices in offices, as part of broader efforts to reduce electricity consumption.
In a notification released on Sunday, the ministry said all officials must remain in their offices between 9am and 9:40am to ensure proper monitoring and adherence to energy conservation guidelines.
The directive follows earlier instructions from the Cabinet Division aimed at promoting responsible energy use and maintaining discipline in public offices.
The ministry noted that lapses in compliance have been observed in recent days, prompting renewed emphasis on strict implementation.
Officials have been instructed to prioritise the use of natural daylight wherever possible and minimise reliance on artificial lighting and electrical appliances.
To reduce power consumption, air conditioners must be set at a minimum of 25 degrees Celsius, while unnecessary use of lights, fans, and other devices should be avoided.
The directive also requires that all electrical equipment, including lights, computers, printers, scanners and air conditioners, be switched off when not in use or before leaving office premises.
Special attention has also been given to reducing wasteful energy use in common areas such as corridors, staircases and washrooms, where unnecessary lighting should be avoided.
In addition, the ministry has instructed all departments and organisations to form vigilance teams to monitor compliance with these energy-saving measures.
Officials said the initiative is part of a broader government effort to manage power demand efficiently amid growing energy pressures and ensure sustainable use of electricity across public institutions.
