Fuel prices have surged sharply in parts of Balochistan as a severe shortage disrupts supply across multiple districts. Petrol and diesel now sell for as high as Rs 500 per liter in areas such as Nushki, Kharan, and Loralai. The shortage has created panic among motorists, who struggle to find fuel at operational stations.
Supply crisis hits major districts
The fuel shortage has intensified across the province. Several filling stations in Quetta have temporarily shut down due to low stock. Meanwhile, remaining stations face heavy rush and long queues of vehicles. Drivers wait for hours as demand continues to rise. Officials say supply disruptions and logistics issues have worsened the situation, especially in remote districts where transport delays affect fuel delivery.
Moreover, fuel availability has dropped due to pressure on existing reserves. The crisis has spread quickly, affecting both urban and rural areas. Residents report frustration as daily travel becomes difficult and costly.
Authorities move to ease pressure
Petroleum Dealers Association Pakistan President Qayamuddin Agha said authorities have increased fuel supply from Shikarpur. He expects the situation to improve within a few days as new stock reaches affected areas. He added that dealers continue to distribute available fuel under difficult conditions.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner Quetta linked the shortage to the suspension of Iranian petrol supplies, which previously supported demand in parts of the province. He said authorities supplied around 600,000 liters of petrol to Quetta stations on Wednesday to reduce pressure.
However, the crisis highlights a deeper structural issue. Balochistan remains highly dependent on unstable supply channels, which makes the fuel market vulnerable to sudden disruptions. As a result, even short-term shortages quickly escalate into price spikes and long queues.
