Pakistan is currently facing a looming petrol shortage, raising concerns among citizens due to a suspension of petrol supply initiated by the Oil Tankers Association in Rawalpindi. The impact of this supply disruption has extended to Azad Kashmir, the aviation sector, Hazara Division, Attock, and Gilgit-Baltistan, all of which are expected to face a shortage in petrol. Furthermore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi have also witnessed the halt of petroleum product supplies by the Oil Tankers Association.
The crisis began when the Oil Tankers Association decided to suspend petrol supply in Rawalpindi, citing their grievances. As a result, several regions, including Azad Kashmir, aviation facilities, Hazara Division, Attock, and Gilgit-Baltistan, are now grappling with the imminent shortage of petrol.
This move by the Association has sent ripples of concern throughout the country, as petrol is a lifeline for various industries and daily commuters alike.
The Association’s Demands
The Oil Tankers Association has raised several demands as part of their protest. Their foremost demand is a significant increase in the percentage of vehicles allowed to run on White Oil Pipeline transport, which currently stands at 65%. Additionally, they have called for an increase in freight charges, a measure aimed at aiding old vehicles back into operation.
Furthermore, the Association has requested that local loading be raised to 100%, and overloading trips be increased by 50%. These demands are critical in their efforts to address the issues faced by their members.
As of now, the standoff between the Oil Tankers Association and relevant authorities remains unresolved. Until these demands are met, the petrol supply crisis is expected to persist, affecting various sectors of the economy and causing inconvenience to the general public.
