Thursday 9 May 2013

Babus to work without airconditioning wearing shalwar kameez in Pakistan


No ACs for Babus in offices

No ACs for Babus in offices
Saeed Minhas
ISLAMABAD: Top conserve the energy and alter the working style of country’s bureaucracy, Prime Minister Justice (R) Mir Hazar Khan Khoso has decided to impose a ban on the use of air conditioners in all government departments and offices from May 15, 2013 till such time that there is substantial improvement in the energy situation in the country.
To further facilitate the Babus, Prime Minister has announced a dress code for them as well so that they can work liesurly without airconditioning. The dress code includes white or light coloured (beige, light gray, sky blue, off-white, cream) shirt/bush shirt (full-sleeved or half sleeved) with light coloured (as prescribed for shirt) trouser or shalwar kameez with waist coat and Moccasins (shoes without laces) or sandals without socks. The PM’s House had already discontinued use of air conditioners as part of its austerity and conservation drive. The measure reflects the resolve of the government to manage the power crisis by management of demand. All public servants have been given seven (07) days for preparations and have been directed to observe the dress code. The prime minister expressed the hope that provincial governments, private institutions and general public will cooperate with government on energy conservation 

2 comments:

  1. Babus give a damn to caretakers

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  2. Khoso saab should think of his mandate first before issuing any orders.

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