The All Pakistan Petroleum Pumps Owners Association (APPPOA) has denied reports of a countrywide strike and closure of petrol pumps from May 1 to 5, today, on Thursday.
Before this, there were speculations that had been circulating on social media claiming that petrol pumps across Pakistan would remain closed during this period. The whole situation caused confusion among the public.
However, the association has now made it clear that there is no truth in these claims.
APPPOA Vice Chairman Nauman Ali Butt said that the reports are baseless and have no link with the organisation.
He said all petrol pumps across the country will remain open as per routine and will continue to provide an uninterrupted fuel supply to the public.
Nauman Ali Butt also stated that petrol pump owners do not support any strike. He added that they are committed to make sure of smooth availability of petroleum products nationwide.
He urged the public not to believe in rumours and to rely on verified information. He further added that petrol pumps are operating normally across the country.
Petroleum prices to be revised on Friday
Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, has said that fuel prices may increase. He added that petroleum prices will be revised again this Friday.
While speaking to the cabinet about the country’s economy and foreign situation. He said global oil prices are rising, which is creating a difficult situation for Pakistan.
He said Pakistan’s weekly oil import bill was around $300 million before the war. But it has now increased to about $800 million.
Despite this pressure, he said Pakistan has paid back $3.5 billion in external debt. He also thanked Saudi Arabia for its support and appreciated the work of the petroleum minister.
The prime minister said the government is discussing whether to continue subsidies for public transport and other sectors. He also said the privatisation process of Pakistan International Airlines was reviewed.
