Dhaka, Apr 25 (V7N) — The fuel supply crisis that recently gripped the capital is showing significant signs of recovery, with operations at local filling stations gradually returning to normal. Observations across various refueling points on Saturday morning revealed a stark contrast to the severe congestion experienced in previous weeks. While some stations still reported short queues typical of a public holiday, the prolonged suffering of commuters and transport workers has notably eased, marking a transition toward a more stable distribution cycle.
Drivers and vehicle owners expressed relief at the improved conditions, noting that the hours-long wait times that once defined the refueling process have been drastically reduced. Many reported being able to secure fuel in a fraction of the time previously required, allowing for smoother transport operations across the city. According to field reports, the introduction of the digital "fuel pass" system has been a decisive factor in restoring order to the pumps, as it has streamlined the verification process and prevented the chaotic hoarding that characterized the peak of the shortage.
Management at several major filling stations credited the normalization to an increased allocation of fuel from government reserves. Pump authorities confirmed that as the supply chain has been replenished, the overwhelming pressure from desperate consumers has dissipated. With the logistical bottlenecks largely resolved and the new monitoring systems in place, officials expressed optimism that the era of chronic fuel queues in the capital has come to an end, provided the current supply levels are maintained.
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