India, May 21 -- The Gujarat Government has announced measures, including curbs on official trips abroad and the use of technology to minimise travel, to regulate the use of fuel and foreign exchange in the wake of the West Asia crisis.

"In view of the prevailing global situation, the State Government has decided to implement measures regarding the use of petrol, diesel and foreign exchange. The instructions issued should be followed with immediate effect," it said in an 11-point circular issued on Tuesday.

The Government said its staff should avoid travel by maximising the use of technologies such as telephone, mobile, e-mail and video conferencing, except in extremely essential cases. As per the circular, foreign tours should not be p...