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The central government has prohibited ministries, departments, and central public sector enterprises (CPSEs) from using public funds for festival gifts, The Economic Times reported. The directive was issued by the Department of Expenditure under the Finance Ministry. It aims to promote fiscal discipline and curb non-essential expenditure during festive occasions such as Diwali . The order is effective immediately and reiterates earlier instructions on prudent use of public money.

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Directive approved by Secretary (Expenditure)

"The Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure, has been issuing instructions from time to time aimed at promoting fiscal discipline and curbing non-essential expenditure." "In continuation of these efforts and in th

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