TBM Report
Amid growing public concern over fuel supplies, the Government of Bangladesh has officially confirmed that the nation holds substantial reserves of petroleum products. Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku, the Minister for Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources, assured the public that there is an ample stock of diesel, petrol, and octane. He emphasized that the government is committed to maintaining a steady supply chain, even resorting to high-cost spot market purchases if necessary, to prevent any disruption in domestic distribution.
Technical data provided by the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) indicates a current reserve of approximately 136,000 metric tons of refined fuel. Furthermore, the Eastern Refinery in Chattogram holds an additional 100,000 tons of crude oil. BPC Chairman Md. Rezanur Rahman stated that these combined reserves are sufficient to meet the nation’s total demand for the next 20 to 22 days without any new shipments. He also confirmed that several oil tankers are currently in the pipeline and arriving at port on schedule, ensuring a continuous replenish cycle.
The government has issued a stern warning against organized syndicates attempting to create artificial shortages by spreading misinformation on social media. Authorities have urged citizens to act responsibly and refrain from panic-buying or hoarding excess fuel, as such behavior unnecessarily strains market dynamics. “There is absolutely no cause for alarm,” the Minister noted, highlighting that the country’s energy security remains a top national priority and is being monitored around the clock by high-level officials.
As global energy markets remain volatile, Bangladesh’s strategy focuses on diverse sourcing and strategic stockpiling. The Ministry has advised the public to rely solely on official communiqués and formal announcements from the Energy Department rather than unverified digital sources. With new consignments arriving regularly at the Chittagong port, the government remains confident that the fuel supply remains stable for the foreseeable future, urging the populace to maintain their normal consumption patterns.
