This way savings won’t be effective; suggestion to increase weekly holidays
Questions have begun to arise about how effective the government’s decision to close offices and shops is in addressing the energy crisis. Several South Asian countries have increased full-day holidays to cope with the energy crisis. In contrast, Bangladesh has reduced working hours.
Eastern Refinery Faces Shutdown Threat as Crude Stock Falls to 5 Days
The country’s only state-owned fuel oil refinery, Eastern Refinery Limited (ERL), has fallen into a crisis due to a shortage of crude oil. After attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran, a situation of disruption has prevailed in the Strait of Hormuz, preventing crude oil shipments from reaching the country.
Energy Crunch Forces Bangladesh to Shorten Office Hours, Limit Shop Hours
To conserve electricity and fuel, the government has decided to keep government offices open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM starting Sunday. banking transactions will be conducted from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Shops, markets, and business establishments will be allowed to remain open until 6:00 PM.
Severe Fuel Crisis Halts Fishing and Tourism, Leaves Thousands of Families in Uncertainty
A severe fuel crisis has created a major standstill in the fisheries and tourism sectors. In coastal regions including Cox’s Bazar and Patuakhali, hundreds of trawlers are unable to go to sea due to a shortage of diesel. As a result, the income of lakhs of fishermen has come to a halt. In addition, tourism stakeholders said that the tourism sector has also suffered a major downturn as the movement of tourist vehicles has decreased due to the lack of diesel.
Only 15 Days of Fuel Left in Bangladesh Amid Global Crisis
Due to the war situation in the Middle East, a global fuel crisis has emerged. Its impact is also being felt in Bangladesh. After analyzing the current situation, the government has announced that new fuel prices will be set on Tuesday (March 31) to maintain stability in fuel management.
Fuel Crisis Looms as Sylhet Pumps Go on Indefinite Strike
All types of petrol pumps in the Sylhet division have been declared closed for an indefinite period over allegations of “unreasonable” fines and various forms of harassment. The decision was confirmed by concerned business leaders at around 11:30 pm on Wednesday (April 1).
Fuel Crisis: Speedboat Services Suspended on Kaptai Lake
Passenger speedboat services on Kaptai Lake in Rangamati have once again been suspended due to a severe fuel shortage, causing suffering for commuters.
Thousands of Fishermen Unable to Fish Amid Fuel Crisis
Due to a severe fuel shortage in Shariatpur, thousands of fishermen are unable to go fishing in the Padma River. After all filling stations in the district remained closed for two consecutive days, limited fuel sales began on Friday, but the supply shortage has not yet been resolved. As a result, the livelihoods of fishermen in the riverbank areas of Naria, Jazira, and Bhedarganj upazilas have been severely disrupted.
Four Bangladesh Ships in Strait of Hormuz
Although Iran has eased restrictions on vessel movement in the Strait of Hormuz, no Bangladesh-flagged ships have been able to cross the “red zone.” The number of such vessels is 20. Among them, 10 ships carry 146 seafarers and crew members. There are also four Bangladesh-flagged ships in nearby waters, all of whose seafarers and crew are Bangladeshi.
Crude Oil Reserves Under Pressure as New Shipment Delayed
The impact of the ongoing war situation in the Middle East and the tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz has begun to affect the reserves of the country’s only state-owned oil refinery, Eastern Refinery Limited (ERL). Currently, about 100,000 tons of crude oil are stored at the refinery in Chattogram, which officials say will allow production to continue for a maximum of another 20 to 22 days. If no new shipment arrives within that time, pressure may build on the refinery’s production system.