, Feb. 17 -- five government vehicles have been kept ready at the Secretariat for ministers, state ministers and deputy ministers-to-be.

Officials concerned said according to the Cabinet Division's requirements, the vehicles were arranged through the transport pool of the Ministry of Public Administration.

From around 10:30 am, the vehciles began arriving at the Secretariat one by one.

Officials said the vehicles are being stationed under and in front of the new Number 1 building at the Secretariat.

Sources added a few extra cars have been included as backups to ensure immediate replacement in case of any problem with a vehicle.

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