The Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) announced that the government has not yet made any decision to increase fuel prices amid the current crisis. The statement, signed by BPC Secretary Shahina Sultana and issued on Friday, emphasized that fuel must be sold at government-fixed prices and that charging extra under the pretext of crisis is a legal offense. It also noted that fuel prices are set by the government at the beginning of each month.

The BPC further stated that reports have emerged of some consumers attempting to stockpile fuel by purchasing more than necessary from dealers and filling stations. The matter has come to the attention of the Energy and Mineral Resources Division and other relevant authorities. To reduce public fear, the BPC assured that fuel imports and distribution across the country are continuing as scheduled, with regular shipments arriving and supplies being sent to depots by rail wagons and tankers.

The corporation expressed hope that a sufficient buffer stock of fuel will be established in the country within a short period.