There is chaos in Pakistan after India’s counter military action. The Islamabad Capital Territory Administration issued an order on Saturday morning and instructed to close all petrol and diesel filling stations in the capital for the next 48 hours. However, the clear reason behind this decision has not been officially disclosed and local authorities have also been given limited information.
Concerns about fuel supply are suspected
According to information received from the sources, there may be some major concern related to fuel supply behind this decision. Under the order, no fuel will be available for private vehicles, public transport and commercial activities in Islamabad, which may have a major impact on the life of the general public.
There will be a massive impact on transport and business
Experts believe that the purpose of suddenly stopping the fuel supply may be to control the existing stock and prevent panic buying or hoarding. This will allow the distribution to be re-arranged after the restoration of fuel supply.
Airspace closed after attack on air force bases
A few hours before this decision, there were reports of attacks on several air force bases of Pakistan, including the Noor Khan Airbase located near the capital. The Pakistan Army has confirmed the explosions at three airbases. Subsequently, the government issued an order to close the entire country’s airspace to all civil and commercial air traffic with immediate effect.
Official silence, but the situation is serious
However, the government has not stated a direct link between the airspace shutdown and petrol pump ban, but looking at the timing and manner of these incidents, it is clear that Pakistan is under serious pressure for internal and external security.
Credit: m.punjabkesari.in