Despite an increase in fuel prices, petrol pumps across Barishal city saw long queues of vehicles on Sunday morning. Most pumps were either closed or running out of fuel, forcing drivers to wait for hours to collect limited quantities. Only a few stations were reportedly open, distributing fuel under a rationing system that allowed motorcycles to buy fuel worth 300 taka, Mahindra vehicles 500 taka, and private cars 1,000 taka.
According to the report, the retail prices of octane, petrol, and diesel in Barishal rose by 20, 19, and 15 taka per liter respectively, now selling at 140, 135, and 115 taka. Drivers expressed frustration over the rising costs and continued shortages, saying they still had to queue despite the price hike. Public transport drivers also noted that fares had not yet been increased to offset the higher fuel costs.
The situation indicates ongoing supply constraints and growing pressure on transport operators in Barishal following the latest fuel price adjustment.
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