The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has revised the working schedule of passport offices across Pakistan as part of the government’s austerity and fuel conservation policy.
According to the newly issued schedule, passport offices will now operate four days a week, from Monday to Thursday, instead of the previous routine.
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Officials said the decision was taken to reduce fuel consumption and energy usage during ongoing economic and regional challenges.
24-Hour Passport Offices to Continue Services
Despite the change, regional passport offices that provide 24-hour services will continue operating as usual to ensure that essential passport services remain available to the public.
Authorities stated that these offices are critical for managing urgent passport applications and high public demand.
The Islamabad Asaan Khidmat Center will continue operating under its existing shift system to facilitate passport applicants without disruption.
The revised schedule has been implemented with the approval of the Director General of the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports, according to an official notification issued by the department.
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The government of Pakistan has introduced several austerity measures in recent years to reduce fuel consumption and manage energy resources more efficiently.
Adjusting working hours in government departments is one of the steps taken to support these conservation efforts while maintaining essential public services.
