Pakistan, Sept. 22 -- The Ministry of Finance has decided to restrict supplementary grants beyond the budget approved by parliament. The decision comes under Pakistan's $7 billion IMF Extended Fund Facility programme. However, the ministry will consider such grants in cases involving severe natural disasters.

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The Budget Wing has prepared a strategy for reallocating funds and providing additional financing during the current fiscal year. Under the new guidelines, departments must first explore available options before seeking supplementary funds. The ministry aims to ensure spending remains within approved budget limits.

Where required funds cannot be arranged through re-ap...