The PM petrol subsidy has stopped reaching motorists at many petrol pumps in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, where stations have been charging the full price since the latest cut in fuel prices.
Instead of selling petrol at the subsidised rate, pump owners and managers began charging motorcyclists and small-car owners the full price, and some stations stopped supplying petrol altogether because of daily price changes. The subsidy has not been applied for the past four days, leading to arguments and scuffles between citizens and pump staff.
Who Said What on the PM Petrol Subsidy
Pump owners say their association told them to stop selling at the subsidised rate. Nauman Butt, Vice Chairman of the All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association, rejected this, saying the government has not withdrawn the scheme and the association has not asked any pump to stop.
How the Scheme Works
- Launched: September, announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
- Relief: Rs100 per litre on a limited monthly quantity of petrol
- Who qualifies: motorcycles, rickshaws and cars up to 800cc
- Duration: at least until the end of December, according to the prime minister
How the PM Petrol Subsidy Halt Affects You
Daily-wage earners, delivery riders and rickshaw drivers who rely on the relief are now paying the full pump price, which hits household budgets hard. Motorists who are refused the subsidised rate can note the pump’s name and location and report it to the district administration or the government’s complaint portal.
What Happens Next
Earlier this month, the prime minister ordered action against pumps that fail to pass on the relief. With complaints rising in the twin cities, officials are expected to step up inspections in the coming days.
For official updates, visit the Prime Minister Office website.
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