QUETTA: In a major development, Pakistani and Iranian authorities have agreed to shift the fuel supply point to a safer location within the buffer zone. This agreement has allowed the resumption of petroleum imports from Iran to the border districts of South Balochistan, easing a severe fuel shortage in the region.
The breakthrough came after consistent efforts by Deputy Commissioner Kech and Bashir Ahmed Badeni. Due to long distances and poor infrastructure, Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has been unable to supply fuel effectively to these remote areas. For years, these districts have relied on Iranian petroleum imports, authorized through federal and provincial permits.
The situation worsened when the Abdavi border crossing was shut down due to concerns over the unregulated movement of vehicles. To address security concerns and avoid cross-border entry into Iranian territory, Pakistani officials proposed moving the fuel supply point into the buffer zone. Iranian officials initially rejected the proposal, causing a halt in fuel transportation.
Following sustained negotiations led by DC Badeni, Iranian authorities have now agreed to the plan. As a result, 74 vehicles have been granted permission to transport fuel, with each vehicle allowed to carry up to 2,000 liters.
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This agreement marks a significant step toward stabilizing fuel supply in South Balochistan’s border districts.
