A technical fault has shut down one liquefied natural gas terminal, worsening residential gas shortages across Dhaka and other areas, according to a report published on July 25. Following last week’s waterlogging, gas supply has stopped entirely in some neighbourhoods, while many others face very low pressure. Residents in Mohammadpur, Dhanmondi, Mirpur, Rampura and Old Dhaka reported unlit stoves, despite continuing to pay monthly bills. Some households are spending more on LPG cylinders or purchased food.

After Friday prayers on July 24, residents held a human chain outside Mohammadpur Allah Karim Mosque, demanding a permanent solution, an end to billing without uninterrupted service, action against alleged Titas negligence and illegal connections. Residents said the disruption has also affected Savar, Gazipur, Narsingdi, Mymensingh and factories in other areas. A knitwear industry representative said lower gas supply over the past three to four days was causing major production losses.

The energy division said daily supply is now 2,700 to 2,800 million cubic feet, against total capacity of about 3,800 million cubic feet. Supply to the national grid has fallen by about 450 million cubic feet since Tuesday. Titas said LNG could resume from Saturday afternoon, with pressure rising gradually and full relief taking another day or two.