Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) stated that motorcycles of ride-sharing services can now purchase a maximum of 5 litres of petrol or octane per day.
BPC Secretary Shahina Sultana made the announcement through a press release on Tuesday.
The notification stated that regular import activities from abroad are ongoing to maintain a normal supply of fuel in the country. Fuel is being supplied uninterruptedly to all depots across the country via rail wagons and tankers from the main installations.
Energy and Mineral Resources Division and BPC have jointly taken several new decisions regarding fuel oil management to meet public demand.
However, certain conditions have been attached to the directive. While taking fuel from a filling station, a purchase receipt must be provided through the ride-sharing app, clearly mentioning the type, quantity, and price of the fuel. The original copy of the previous purchase receipt or bill must be submitted during each subsequent collection.
Fuel will be supplied only after verifying the motorcycle registration number and the driver’s information through the ride-sharing apps.
The press release further noted that there is an obligation to buy and sell fuel oil at government-fixed prices. “In this case, collecting additional prices is a legal offence,” the statement read, adding that the government-determined rates are maintained to ensure price stability.
The current situation arises from a global reduction in fuel supply due to the Middle East crisis, creating fears of a domestic shortage.
This led to panic buying and crowds at filling stations, prompting the BPC to impose supply limits. However, the Energy and Mineral Resources Division has assured the public that there is no reason to panic as fuel stocks have not run out, noting that many are purchasing fuel simply out of anxiety.
