Amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, Pakistan faces a potential nationwide LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) crisis, warns the LPG Distributors Association. Chairman Irfan Khokhar has urgently called on the government to arrange immediate imports to avoid historic shortages.
Prices Could Surge Sharply
Irfan Khokhar stated that without prompt action, the domestic LPG cylinder price could rise beyond Rs. 6,000, with per kilo rates reaching Rs. 500. Commercial cylinders may cost between Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 23,000. Pakistan’s current LPG consumption is around 6,000 metric tons per day, but local monthly production stands at just 60,000 to 70,000 metric tons.
Storage and Import Concerns
Khokhar criticized Pakistan’s limited storage capacity—just 13,000 metric tons at Port Qasim—comparing it to Bangladesh’s 300,000 metric tons. He also noted the shutdown of the Pak-Iran border, which had supplied 100,000 metric tons of LPG monthly.
He urged the government to seize control of OGDCL’s production from alleged “gas mafias” and to ensure fair distribution through SSGC, PSO, and PARCO under transparent bidding.
All distributors and retailers have been advised to maintain full stock levels. Letters have been sent to the Prime Minister and Petroleum Minister urging emergency action.
