Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku has stated that Bangladesh is not facing any shortage of fuel, assuring that the country’s fuel supply remains stable.
Speaking in the Jatiya Sangsad on Monday afternoon, the minister said the government is working continuously to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply and public comfort. He added that fuel availability has increased compared to the same period last year, reflecting improved planning and efficient import management.
He also highlighted the impact of global geopolitical tensions and ongoing conflicts, particularly in the Middle East, which have caused instability in the international energy market and disrupted fuel supply chains worldwide.
Despite these global challenges, the minister said Bangladesh has taken timely and proactive measures under the leadership of the Prime Minister to maintain stability in the energy sector and ensure adequate fuel reserves.
Providing stock details, the minister said that when the current government assumed office on February 17, diesel reserves stood at 206,000 metric tonnes. By March 30, the stock had increased to 218,000 metric tonnes.
He further informed the Jatiya Sangsad that about 482,000 metric tonnes of diesel were supplied to the market between February 17 and March 29. The rise in reserves despite such high distribution reflects continuous imports and effective fuel management, he added.
The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining a stable and reliable fuel supply and ensuring energy security for the country.
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