Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed provincial governments to take strict legal action against hoarders of petroleum products. He was chairing a high-level meeting regarding petroleum products in Islamabad.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister emphasized that any petrol pump involved in creating artificial shortages should be immediately closed. He instructed the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) to cancel licenses of such entities and initiate legal proceedings. Shehbaz Sharif also tasked the Minister for Petroleum with visiting the provinces to coordinate with provincial governments. The aim is to develop a plan for conserving petroleum products and ensuring their uninterrupted supply to the public.

Additionally, the Prime Minister ordered the creation of a dashboard to monitor the movement of petroleum products. This system will enable real-time data sharing with provinces and ensure close supervision of petroleum transportation. During the meeting, a detailed briefing was provided on the reserves of petroleum products, highlighting that adequate reserves are available to meet the country's needs.