The government has resolved to initiate a crackdown on widespread petrol smuggling.

It has been revealed that over 396 billion rupees’ worth of petroleum products are smuggled into the country annually.

Authorities have resolved to initiate a crackdown on illicit gas stations, sources reported. “Sources indicated that a comprehensive plan of additional measures has been developed to combat the smuggling of petroleum products within the country.”

Sources indicate that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has presented recommendations for altering petroleum-related legislation.

Sources indicate a proposal to permit district administrations to seal unlicensed petrol pumps and filling stations.

Furthermore, it has been proposed that districts be authorized to seize machinery and equipment from illegal petrol stations.

Government sources said that a plan for the digitalization of fuel stations nationwide is currently under consideration.

“Sources indicated a proposal to implement SIM-based technology at petrol stations to monitor sales.”

A proposal for the real-time monitoring of fuel stocks at petrol stations has been filed.

“The development of a digital application and GIS mobile application to monitor illegal petrol filling stations has been proposed,” sources indicated.

It has been advised that oil marketing organizations maintain real-time updates on their mobile applications, according to sources.