RAWALPINDI: The ongoing PTI protest has created severe disruptions in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, raising fears of an imminent petrol shortage, reports Khyber News.
Government-imposed road blockages have halted the movement of oil tankers, disrupting the supply chain. Petrol stations in the twin cities are now struggling to receive fuel deliveries, intensifying concerns about a looming fuel crisis.
Noman Ali Butt, a leader of the Oil Tankers Association, stated that the blocked routes have brought tanker operations to a standstill. He warned that if the roads remain closed, petrol pumps in the region could face complete shutdowns as early as tomorrow.
The Oil Tankers Association has urged the local administration to immediately reopen blocked roads. They emphasized the urgent need to restore fuel deliveries and prevent further escalation of the petrol shortage.
Adding to public frustration, the government has announced the closure of schools in Rawalpindi and Islamabad for Tuesday, November 26, due to the ongoing disruptions.
Meanwhile, Ajmal Baloch, President of the All Pakistan Traders Association, has called for a political resolution to the unrest. He stressed that the protests and road closures are causing widespread suffering for the public and the business community.
“There is chaos across the country, and people are in distress,” Baloch said. He highlighted that industries have shut down due to blocked roads, leading to significant losses for traders.
Baloch also warned of a potential shortage of essential food items nationwide. Containers carrying goods remain stuck on blocked roads, worsening the supply chain crisis.
The protests have also impacted the healthcare sector. Medical supplies are not reaching pharmacies, and ambulances face difficulties navigating the blocked routes. These delays have reportedly resulted in fatalities, adding to the crisis.
Baloch urged the government to resolve the situation politically. He called for immediate action to ease the hardships faced by citizens and businesses alike.
