Petroleum Pump, Dealers Associations Assure Full Support For PM’s Fuel Relief Scheme
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 17th Sep, 2026)
Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik on Thursday held a meeting with representatives of petroleum pump and dealers associations to discuss the implementation of the Prime Minister’s Fuel Relief Scheme.
The attendees received detailed information about the scheme's operational mechanism, including the process for aiding eligible consumers. The session addressed queries and concerns raised by the petroleum pump and dealers associations.
The State Bank of Pakistan outlined the reimbursement mechanism, promising to process claims within 48 hours, while ensuring timely compensation for participating petroleum dealers.
The Ministry of IT and Telecommunications presented the digital system developed for scheme implementation, highlighting a dedicated control room established to support petrol pumps and handle their inquiries and complaints (contact: 9772).
The meeting revealed that funds for three months have been allocated, with Rs. 25 billion readily provided to the State Bank of Pakistan for the initial month.
Petrol pump and dealers association representatives expressed warm support for the scheme, pledging full cooperation. Ali Pervaiz Malik appreciated their commitment, emphasizing the need for close coordination among stakeholders for successful, transparent, and timely implementation.
Attending the meeting were:
- Secretary Petroleum Division
- Additional Secretary Petroleum Division
- Additional Secretary Ministry of IT and Telecommunications
- Director General Oil
- Executive Director State Bank of Pakistan
- OGRA representatives
- OCAC representatives
- Various petroleum dealers and pump associations' representatives.