KATHMANDU: Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) parliamentary leader Gyanendra Shahi has demanded immediate legal action against petroleum outlets allegedly creating artificial fuel shortages following a recent price reduction.
Taking to social media, Shahi claimed that several petrol pumps across the country have reportedly stopped selling petrol and diesel, citing “no stock” immediately after the government cut fuel prices on July 1.
He alleged that some business operators may be intentionally withholding fuel stocks to sell them later at higher margins, calling it an unfair practice that harms consumers and undermines market discipline and the rule of law.
Shahi urged the government, regulatory bodies, and monitoring agencies to intensify market inspections and investigate fuel stations allegedly engaging in hoarding or artificial supply disruptions. He further demanded strict legal action against those found guilty.
He also appealed to the public to remain alert and report any incidents of fuel hoarding or supply suspension, including the name, location, photos, or videos of concerned petrol pumps.
According to him, such evidence should be submitted to concerned authorities to ensure accountability and enforcement of law.
The demand comes shortly after the government revised petroleum prices downward on Sunday, after which complaints of fuel shortages from various parts of the country began surfacing.
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