Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has issued 8 key guidelines for austerity measures in government departments due to the West Asia crisis. The directives include prioritizing virtual meetings, mandatory purchase of electric vehicles (EVs) from June 2026, carpooling for senior officials, and using public transport like buses or trains for long-distance travel. The government aims to reduce fuel consumption by at least 10%. These rules apply to all state departments, universities, and public sector undertakings. https://sambad.in/state/government-tightens-grip-on-spending-cuts-11860704 #creator program