PPP asks Senate for briefing on petrol supply and rationing
The PPP, a ruling coalition partner, wants ministers to explain rationing measures and contingency plans, while the government says there is no fuel supply problem.
PPP asked the government to brief the Senate on its rationing measures and contingency plans.
The concern is whether petrol will be available until December, amid conflict spreading from Iran to Yemen.
Minister of State Bilal Azhar Kayani told the House there is no fuel supply problem in the country.
Targeted fuel subsidy covers motorcyclists, rickshaw and loader operators, and small car users; over 10 million people benefit.
Nearly 70 per cent of Pakistan's LPG is imported, and two cargoes were expected this year after five last year.