The Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) has confirmed that the country currently holds a 14-day stock of diesel, amid rising global fuel prices triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East.
BPC Chairman Md. Rezanur Rahman briefed reporters on Tuesday at the BPC office in Karwan Bazar, providing an overview of the nation’s fuel reserves. According to the data, Bangladesh currently has: Diesel: 14 days, Octane: 17 days, Petrol: 9 days, Furnace oil: 35 days, Jet fuel: 21 days, Kerosene: 200, Marine fuel: 42 days. BPC officials said their warehouses typically hold enough fuel to meet 15-60 days of national demand, depending on the type of fuel. “These reserves may fluctuate based on consumption and import schedules. The government is always prepared to maintain imports or release emergency stocks if necessary,” a BPC spokesperson told The Daily Industry. The current surge in global fuel prices and supply concerns follows the U.S. and Israel’s military attacks on Iran that began on 28 February.
According to U.S. President Donald Trump, at least 48 top Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, were killed in the strikes, with total reported deaths exceeding 500. In retaliation, Iran has launched attacks on U.S. bases across the Middle East, prompting ongoing regional instability and supply disruptions.
The BPC’s disclosure comes as Bangladesh monitors the situation closely to ensure domestic fuel security and mitigate any potential crisis arising from the volatile international market.
