Mayor Adam Azim has urged the public to learn how to manage their expenses within their income to avoid falling into debt. His comments, made in a post on X (formerly Twitter), emphasize the importance of financial discipline in maintaining personal and national stability.

Azim expressed concern about the current way of life, stating that peace and stability will not be achieved unless people change their financial habits. He warned that those who do not learn to live within their means will inevitably find themselves in debt. The mayor also highlighted the need to reduce waste and unnecessary spending to achieve a more sustainable lifestyle.

His remarks follow earlier statements by senior government officials calling for the public to adopt more frugal habits in response to economic challenges. One such suggestion, to eat "Garudhiya (A clear broth/soup made from fish)," sparked criticism, with many questioning the practicality of such advice for everyday citizens.

Meanwhile, the opposition has voiced concerns that the government is not doing enough to reduce public spending, especially as the country faces economic difficulties. They argue that more effective measures should be implemented to alleviate the financial burden on ordinary people.