Federal govt to introduce quota-based mechanism for petrol distribution

Authorities are working on a mobile application that will allow consumers to register and monitor their fuel usage

ISLAMABAD: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-March 25th, 2026) In an important development, the Federal government approved a plan to introduce a quota-based mechanism for petrol distribution, aiming to manage petroleum supplies through a newly developed digital platform, the sources said on Wednesday.

Under the proposed framework, authorities are working on a mobile application that will allow consumers to register and monitor their fuel usage. Users will be required to download the app and complete registration by providing their vehicle registration details along with their national identity card number.

Sources indicated that the decision comes amid growing pressure on energy supplies. However, it remains unclear whether the proposed system will be implemented on a temporary or permanent basis.

Public interest in the move has increased, with many citizens seeking clarity on how fuel limits will be determined and how much petrol they will be permitted to purchase. Some observers have also raised concerns that such a system could complicate retail fuel transactions and potentially encourage informal or undocumented dealings.

Petrol prices are already at elevated levels, and broader regional developments have begun to impact the national economy.

Officials maintain that the digital quota system will allocate fuel based on individual needs and overall availability.

The initiative is intended to enhance transparency and improve the efficiency of petroleum distribution nationwide.