Petrol pump owners threaten nationwide shutdown
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Home APPPOA vice chairman warns of fresh fuel crisis if issues remain unresolved, says govt to bear responsibility The All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association (APPPOA) on Wednesday warned of a countrywide closure of petrol pumps if urgent concerns surrounding the petroleum industry are not addressed by the government. In a letter sent to Power Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik, the association’s Vice Chairman Nouman Ali Butt called for an immediate meeting to discuss the pressing issues facing petrol pump owners. "We would like to have a meeting with you at your earliest convenience to discuss and address the concerns of almost 14,000–15,000 petrol pump owners that need immediate attention," Butt said in the letter. "In case we are unheard, we would be compelled to shut down the business, which would add another fuel crisis in Pakistan." The letter highlighted a series of ongoing challenges, including operations, finances, pricing, and the sudden situational changes stemming from force majeure events.
Published: March 25, 2026 2:10 pm
Source: The Express Tribune — Read original