Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has issued strict directives to reduce fuel and electricity consumption as part of the government’s broader efforts to address the ongoing global energy situation.

The office order, signed by DSCC Secretary Mohammad Nasim Ahmed, came into effect immediately, said DSCC Public Relations Officer Rasel Rahman.

According to a DSCC office order issued on Monday, fuel allocation for vehicles used by officials will be reduced by 30 percent, while fuel supply for waste management vehicles will be cut by 20 percent.

The directive was issued under the instruction of DSCC Administrator Md Abdus Salam with the aim of ensuring cost reduction and efficient use of resources.

In addition, officials have been asked to limit the use of vehicles for both official and personal purposes.

The city corporation also announced several measures to reduce electricity consumption in offices.

Officials and staff have been instructed to avoid using electric lights during daytime if sufficient natural light is available and to keep doors, windows, or blinds open to maximise natural lighting. Offices have also been directed to use only half of the existing electric lights and completely avoid unnecessary lighting.

The directive further stated that fans, air conditioners and other electrical appliances should not be operated unless necessary.

For air conditioners, the temperature must be maintained at 25 degrees Celsius or above. Employees have also been asked to switch off lights, fans and air conditioners before leaving office rooms.

In addition, unnecessary lighting in corridors, stairways and washrooms has been prohibited, while all electrical equipment including computers, printers and scanners must be turned off after office hours.

The city corporation has also instructed all departments and regional offices to strictly comply with the measures.