Fuel Crisis in Kurigram as Supply Stops at 20 Filling Stations

Kurigram faces a severe fuel crisis, with all 20 filling stations out of petrol, diesel, and octane. The local administration is monitoring supply and addressing public concerns as demand exceeds supply significantly, with only 50,000 liters provided against a daily demand of 400,000 liters. Authorities are inspecting stations for compliance, and measures are in place to enhance management and security.

Published Mar 30, 2026

Kurigram is experiencing a major fuel crisis, with all 20 filling stations out of petrol, diesel, and octane. Customers are enduring long wait times at pumps, with reports of only 50,000 liters supplied daily against a demand of 400,000 liters.

AI-curated by Theia

State-owned distributors Padma, Meghna, and Jamuna have failed to meet the needs, leading to disputes and closed stations. The local administration has begun monitoring stations and inspecting customers' documents for compliance. Measures have been requested from the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation to allocate fuel according to demand.