Dhaka, Oct. 14 -- The government has threatened legal action against liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) traders unless they withdraw their planned nationwide shutdown of sales on Thursday and Friday.

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood issued the warning on Wednesday after a meeting with LPG importers and operators, attended by Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir.

The LP Gas Traders Cooperative Association Limited announced the two-day shutdown on Monday, demanding higher commissions, an end to alleged harassment and other measures.

Asked about the planned shutdown, the energy minister said: "If they do not withdraw the strike, the government will take legal action."

He said LPG was an essential commodi...