The interim government has granted policy approval to shorten the procurement process for printing, binding, and distributing free textbooks in 2026, citing urgent state needs. The approval came during the 27th meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired virtually by Economic Affairs Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed. Officials said the decision, based on a proposal from the Secondary and Higher Education Division, will be executed under Section 83(1)(a) of the Public Procurement Rules 2008 to ensure timely textbook distribution.