Sindh Assembly unanimously passes resolution seeking reduction in petroleum prices

On Tuesday, the Sindh Assembly unanimously approved a resolution urging the federal government to lower petroleum prices and eliminate the petroleum levy, amid mounting anxiety over the financial strain of fuel expenses on citizens. Mohammad Owais, a PTI-backed legislator, introduced the resolution, which garnered backing from both the provincial administration and dissenting members.

During the assembly's discussion, Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon expressed the assembly's full backing for the resolution and demanded that the federal government abolish the petroleum levy. Memon highlighted that the escalating prices of petroleum products had caused significant hardships for the general public, noting that the federal government levies over Rs100 per liter, urging the government to withdraw the levy to alleviate consumer burdens.

Memon also criticized the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), a governing coalition partner, for its lack of action regarding the surge in petroleum costs. He urged the party's federal representatives to address the issue with the government, warning against MQM-P's priority for political gains over addressing citizens' concerns.