Sikkim Govt Introduces 50% Work From Home for Employees from 18 May 2026
Sikkim Govt Austerity Measures – Fuel Conservation Order (2026)
Department: Home Department, Government of Sikkim
Notification No: 51/Home/2026
Dated: 14/05/2026
Subject: Promotion of efficient utilisation of Government assets and moderation of fuel consumption.
✅ Official Notification: In pursuance with the appeal of the Hon’ble Prime Minister for austerity measures, the Government of Sikkim has issued strict guidelines for the promotion of efficient utilisation of Government assets and moderation of fuel consumption, effective from 18/05/2026 (Monday).
🏛️ State-Level Measures
🚗 Carcade & Protocol
CM's carcade reduced by 50%. No Pilot Escorts for Speaker/Deputy Speaker (except in Gangtok). Protocol courtesies suspended.
🏢 5-Day Work Week
Offices function Mon-Fri. No vehicles allowed on weekends. 50% Work From Home (WFH) on roster basis.
🚙️ Vehicle Purchases
Prohibited for One Year (except Police/Emergency). Use of Electric Vehicles (EVs) strongly encouraged.
🚦 Odd-Even Rule
Odd-Even rule extended to all districts. Exemption windows withdrawn. Applies to all vehicles except taxis/two-wheelers.
⚠️ Odd-Even Rule & LPG Guidelines
Odd-Even: Currently in force in Gangtok, now extended to all districts. All exemption windows withdrawn until further orders.
LPG Monitoring: Allocation of extra LPG cylinders restricted. Extra cylinders granted only for Marriage Function and Death Rites as per specific notification.
📋 District-Level Measures
👥 Meetings & Travel
All meetings to be conducted virtually. Physical meetings restricted to 2 officials per dept. Officials not to leave respective districts.
🚫 Foreign Travel
Official foreign travel of Ministers, MLAs, and officials remains suspended except for medical emergency.
🚐 Vehicle Usage
Weekend use prohibited. Pool vehicle services introduced. Fuel allotment reduced by 30%.
🏥 Medical Emergency
Under exceptional medical emergency, prior approval of District Collector is required.
ℹ️ Implementation of Guidelines:
1. Government vehicles on weekends prohibited (except emergency).
2. Fuel allotment (POL) for CM, Speaker, Ministers, and officers reduced by 30%.
3. Use of Govt vehicle in offices curtailed by 50%.
4. All officials and general public requested to extend full cooperation for energy conservation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. From when are these austerity measures effective?
The guidelines and restrictions are effective from Monday, 18/05/2026.
2. Is the Odd-Even rule applicable in all districts?
Yes. The Odd-Even rule currently in force in Gangtok has been extended to all districts of Sikkim. Exemption windows have been withdrawn.
3. Are government vehicles allowed to ply on weekends?
No. Use of Government vehicles on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) is prohibited with the exception of emergency vehicles.
4. How has the CM's carcade been affected?
As per the directions of Hon’ble Chief Minister, the number of vehicles in the carcade shall be reduced by 50%.
5. Can I get extra LPG cylinders for my function?
Allocation of extra LPG cylinders is strictly regulated and granted only for Marriage Functions and Death Rites.
6. Can government officials travel abroad?
All official foreign travel of Ministers, MLAs, and officials remains suspended until further orders, except for medical emergency.