Dhaka, March 11 -- The petrol pump owners have threatened to shut down their operations nationwide if the government fails to ensure security and stabilise fuel supplies.

The announcement came from an emergency press conference in the city on Wednesday, where leaders of the Bangladesh Petrol Pump Owners' Association outlined growing unrest at filling stations following the introduction of rationing measures.

Association president Mohammad Nazmul Haque alleged that the government's contradictory stance-claiming adequate reserves while restricting supply-has fueled panic among consumers.

"People are rushing to pumps, filling tanks to the brim, and creating long queues and disorder. This dual messaging has triggered confusion and fear," h...