Pakistan’s petrol pumps are expected to close nationwide from midnight after negotiations between petroleum dealers and the government ended without a breakthrough.
The planned strike is likely to affect fuel availability across the country, raising concerns among motorists and businesses that rely on a steady supply of petrol and diesel.
According to petroleum dealers, discussions with government officials failed to produce an agreement on their key demands, leaving them with no option but to proceed with the nationwide shutdown.
As news of the strike spreads, many motorists are rushing to fuel stations to fill their vehicles, resulting in long queues at several petrol pumps.
The potential closure could disrupt daily commuting, public transport services, commercial deliveries, and other business operations if the deadlock continues.
Authorities have appealed to the public to remain calm and avoid panic buying, assuring citizens that efforts are still underway to resolve the dispute through further dialogue.
Officials and industry representatives are expected to continue negotiations in hopes of reaching a settlement before the strike causes widespread disruptions.
Until then, uncertainty remains over how long the shutdown could last and what impact it may have on transportation and economic activity across Pakistan.
