Queues in filling stations shorten as fuel situation eases

The situation at filling stations in the capital has begun to return to normal, with long queues of vehicles easing as supply stabilises, offering relief to consumers.

Visits to at least four filling stations, including those in Kalyanpur, showed that the long lines seen in recent days have largely disappeared.

At Soharab Service Station and Khaleq Service Station in Kalyanpur, as well as several nearby pumps, conditions appeared comparatively normal, with manageable demand and smoother service.

Soharab Service Station staff member Sohel Rana said demand has now stabilised. “There has been no significant crowd since morning. Customers can collect the required octane and diesel without difficulty.”

At around 11am, no motorcycles were seen waiting for fuel at the station. At the time, there were seven cars and five other vehicles, including pickups, at the pump.

Driver Sumon said, “I managed to get fuel within 10 minutes. I took diesel.”

Pickup driver Mohammad Juloyel added, “Fuel is now available as needed, and there are no issues.”

The recent easing follows a period of acute disruption triggered by volatility in the global fuel market linked to the ongoing US-Iran war, which impacted supply in Bangladesh. Just 10 days ago, drivers in the capital faced severe hardship, often waiting in long queues from morning until evening.

Amid the crisis, the government raised fuel prices by Tk15 to Tk20 per litre on 18 April. Since then, conditions have gradually improved, with reduced congestion at filling stations and shorter waiting times.

According to pump operators, the situation has now largely returned to normal.