ISLAMABAD: In a decisive move to curb profiteering, the government has launched a nationwide crackdown to ensure the uninterrupted supply of liquefied petroleum gas at officially notified prices. The action comes amid rising public complaints about overcharging and artificial shortages in multiple regions.
Acting on the prime minister’s directives, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority has issued strict instructions to all LPG marketing companies to enforce transparency across the supply chain. Companies are now required to provide invoices for every delivery vehicle and clearly display prices on gate passes.
Officials have warned that non compliance will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Companies failing to declare prices or found manipulating rates risk immediate cancellation of their licences, signaling a zero tolerance policy against violations.
To strengthen enforcement, joint teams comprising regulatory authorities and the Federal Investigation Agency have been deployed across the country. These teams are actively monitoring market practices to ensure adherence to the official LPG rates for April 2026.
Authorities have granted these enforcement units sweeping powers, including the ability to impose heavy fines ranging from Rs1 million to Rs10 million. In serious cases, plants involved in malpractice can be sealed on the spot, marking one of the toughest actions taken against the sector in recent years.
The government maintains that this aggressive approach is essential to protect consumers from exploitation and restore confidence in the LPG market. By tightening oversight and enforcing strict penalties, officials aim to eliminate illegal profiteering and ensure that citizens receive fuel at fair and regulated prices.
