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MP Govt Mandates Video Conferencing, Approvals for Official Travel to Cut Expenses
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 20 Jun 2026, 05:31 AM
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The Madhya Pradesh government has issued new directives aimed at reducing government expenditure and conserving fuel, in light of global economic conditions and a call from the Prime Minister.
The Madhya Pradesh administration has intensified its efforts to curtail government spending and reduce fuel consumption. New directives have been issued mandating the use of video conferencing for official meetings wherever feasible.
Furthermore, all outstation travel by government officials will now require prior approval. This measure is part of a broader initiative to manage public finances more prudently, influenced by the prevailing global economic climate and a national call for austerity.
The state government's move is intended to optimize resource allocation and enhance efficiency across various departments. The focus is on minimizing non-essential expenditures to ensure fiscal discipline.
Furthermore, all outstation travel by government officials will now require prior approval. This measure is part of a broader initiative to manage public finances more prudently, influenced by the prevailing global economic climate and a national call for austerity.
The state government's move is intended to optimize resource allocation and enhance efficiency across various departments. The focus is on minimizing non-essential expenditures to ensure fiscal discipline.