Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s decision highlights a dedication to do away with wasteful spending and give efficiency in government operations top priority.
The red carpet treatment of ministers and other government officials is prohibited as well, denoting a break from customary fanfare. The government’s announcement states that the use of the red carpet at diplomatic occasions will only be for formalities.
The embittered Prime Minister Sharif personally enforced the prohibition, taking strong notice and stressing the need of government operations reflecting pragmatism and modesty. With the exception of diplomatic engagements, the directive clearly says that there would be no red carpet receptions at any occasion.
The notification stated, “There will be no red carpet reception at any event, except for diplomats.”
Moreover, the prohibition extends to chief ministers and ministers at all levels of government, not only those performing federal tasks.
Prime Minister Sharif’s astute observation of the red carpet’s usage led to the decision, which aims to reduce needless luxury.
