India, May 29 -- Delhi government has directed all its departments to take measures to prevent electricity misuse, and rationalise electricity consumption, officials said on Thursday.

The circular mandating these directions was issued by the government's General Administration Department.

The circular instructed all workers, independent and local bodies, and Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) under the GNCTD ro ensure the electricity is used judiciously and on the basis of need.

"Unnecessary use of lighting fixtures during daytime shall be avoided to the maximum extent possible. Natural lighting may be optimally utilised wherever feasible," read the circular.

Over-lighting of rooms, corridors, common areas and officer premises shall be...