June 10, 2026
The state-run BPC says the latest vessels will also be unloaded soon
Long queues, panic buying and supply concerns persist even after a sharp hike in fuel prices nationwide
The initiative is set to reach other parts of the country “gradually”
One vessel carries 11,000 tonnes of jet fuel, while two others bring a combined 66,000 tonnes of diesel
The committee will review the energy situation and propose changes to wholesale and retail electricity tariffs
Economists and industry insiders warn this sharp spike will have a cascading effect on the economy
Users say the system could improve access if expanded across all stations
Efforts will be made to unload the fuel rapidly once the vessels arrive at the port, an official says
