A serious disruption in diesel supply has raised fresh concerns about a possible shortage in Islamabad and several other regions. According to sources familiar with the situation, multiple oil companies have stopped the delivery of diesel to the capital. This sudden suspension has already led to visible supply issues in many areas.
The Petroleum Dealers Association reports that private oil companies have not supplied diesel for the past three days. Dealers claim the situation is worsening and accuse some companies of creating an artificial shortage to influence market conditions. They explained that the diesel provided by Pakistan State Oil (PSO) is not enough to meet the rising national demand.
The growing concerns come at a time when new petroleum price calculations are underway. Sources suggest that petroleum products may see significant changes from November 16 due to shifts in the global market. Petrol is expected to drop by Rs 1.96 per litre, while diesel prices may rise by Rs 9.60 per litre. Kerosene could become costlier by Rs 8.82 per litre, and light diesel oil may increase by Rs 7.15 per litre.
Officials say the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) will complete its price working and send it to the Petroleum Division on November 15. The Petroleum Division and the Ministry of Finance will then prepare a joint summary. This document will be forwarded to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for approval.
Once the prime minister approves the changes, the Ministry of Finance will announce the revised petroleum prices. Until then, fuel dealers fear that the ongoing supply halt may deepen the diesel shortage, especially if the demand continues to rise.
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