Agartala, May 14, 2026: The Government of Tripura has introduced new measures aimed at reducing government expenditure and conserving fuel, including a work-from-home arrangement for a section of state employees.
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According to a memorandum issued by the General Administration (Administrative Reforms) Department on May 13, all Heads of Department (HoDs) have been directed to ensure that only 50 percent of Group C and Group D employees attend office each day, while the remaining employees work from home.
The move comes following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal urging citizens and institutions to conserve fuel and adopt work-from-home practices wherever possible.
Under the new arrangement, departments have been instructed to prepare weekly duty rosters so employees can attend office on alternate weeks. The memorandum stated that preference during the first week should be given to staff residing near their workplaces.
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The order further clarified that employees working remotely must remain available through telephone and electronic communication at all times and should report to office whenever urgently required.
The state government has also advised Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), local bodies, autonomous organisations, statutory bodies and subordinate offices to adopt similar measures.
However, the instructions will not apply to offices and personnel engaged in essential or emergency services.
Officials said the memorandum has come into effect immediately and will remain operational until further orders are issued by the government.
