Study Visit and Briefing on PIPS for the 35 Officers of the MCMC and the 3rd Specialized Training Course of CSA

March 4, 2025 CIVIL SERVANTS, SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS

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The Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS) organized a one day study visit for the 35 officers of the Mid-Career Management Course (MCMC) and the 3^rd Specialized Training Course from the Civil Services Academy (CSA) along with 5 faculty members on 4^th March, 2025.

Deputy Director (CB& D) moderated the session. The event commenced with the recitation of Holly Quran. Mr. Asim Khan Goraya , Executive Director PIPS extended a warm welcome to the esteemed MCMC officers and faculty members. Mr. Asim Khan Goraya highlighted the importance of institutional collaboration, stressing that cohesive functioning among democratic institutions ensures effective policymaking and implementation.

Mr. Muhammad Rashid Mafzool Zaka, DG (Research) PIPS, briefed the participants on the Working of the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS). He explained the democratic framework and principles governing the Parliament, highlighting the role of elected representatives in lawmaking and governance. The session highlighted the structure and functions of the Parliament of Pakistan, and explained with examples and data, how PIPS is contributing to enhancing the legislative process, working of Committees, and oversight of the executive. PIPS plays a pivotal role in enabling Members of the Parliament to fulfill these roles by facilitating technical support, capacity building, and research-based assistance. Lastly, he described PIPS achievements, including the delivery of over 450 workshops and training sessions for thousands of Parliamentarians and their staff.

Capt. Abdul Kabeer, CSA, delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to PIPS for organizing an insightful session. The event concluded with a group photo with Mr. Asim Khan Goraya, Executive Director PIPS, followed by a visit to the Parliament House.

The Institute also coordinated these officers’ visit to the Parliament, where a comprehensive briefing on working of Parliament was facilitated by Advisor (Legislation) National Assembly Secretariat, Mr. Muhammad Mushtaq. The orientation concluded with a Q&A session allowing participants to clarify their doubts.

On the direction of the Chairman Senate/President PIPS Board of Governors, the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS), has implemented a comprehensive set of measures aimed at ensuring fiscal discipline, operational efficiency, and responsible utilization of public resources, on the same lines as notified and adopted by the Senate and National Assembly Secretariats.

Under the new measures, the Institute has adopted a four-day working week (Monday to Thursday), while introducing a hybrid working model whereby 50% of staff will perform duties from the office and 50% will work remotely on a rotational basis. Employees working from home will remain fully accessible through digital communication platforms and may be required to report to the office on short notice, ensuring uninterrupted institutional functioning.

Significant steps have also been taken to promote energy conservation. These include a target of achieving up to 70% reduction in energy consumption through minimizing unnecessary use of electricity and ensuring that official meetings, trainings, and events are scheduled during daylight hours. Foreign tours are banned and international meetings are being held virtually.

In the transport section, PIPS has introduced strict measures to curtail expenditure and 70% official vehicles have been grounded as part of this initiative.

As part of broader austerity efforts, 20% reduction has been imposed on the non-ERE budget for the fourth quarter of the current financial year. The officers drawing a monthly salary of PKR 300,000 or more, shall surrendered two days salary or 5% to 30% salary on gross as per Federal Government decision.

The Institute has also discontinued all non-essential procurements with immediate effect. Official functions such as dinners and receptions will not be hosted, except in the case of visiting foreign delegations, and even then, strictly in accordance with austerity protocols.

These measures have been implemented with immediate effect and will remain in force until further orders.

Under the guidance of President PIPS Board of Governors, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, PIPS remains fully committed to maintaining its core functions of parliamentary support, capacity building, and research while contributing proactively to national austerity and sustainability goals.

Study Visit and Briefing on PIPS for the 35 Officers of the MCMC and the 3rd Specialized Training Course of CSA

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