A severe fuel shortage has disrupted daily life in Kaunia upazila of Rangpur, where farmers, drivers, and residents are struggling to obtain fuel despite waiting in long queues. The crisis has been most visible at the Ma Sufia Filling Station near Kaunia Railgate, where many customers have returned empty-handed after hours of waiting. Station owner Shafiqul Islam Shafi said the shortage stems from limited supply, forcing them to distribute smaller quantities that quickly run out. He added that fuel distribution continued late into Friday night to manage the situation.
Local residents alleged that some unscrupulous traders are exploiting the crisis by selling petrol and octane at inflated prices ranging from Tk 400 to 500 per liter. They also complained about the lack of visible monitoring by the local administration, which they fear is encouraging black market activity. Upazila Nirbahi Officer Papia Sultana warned that strict action would be taken against anyone involved in illegal hoarding or overpricing.
Government sources, however, claimed there is no nationwide fuel shortage, a statement that has sparked public frustration due to the apparent mismatch with local conditions.
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