Energy-sector

Improved liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply has brought some relief. However, it is uncertain how long this relief will last. Meanwhile, gas fired power plants have regained momentum in production. But coal shortages and mechanical faults have reduced output from thermal power plants. In addition, rising temperatures have pushed up electricity demand. As a result, more hours of load shedding have been added. The lack of electricity amid intense heat has disrupted public life. Officials fr...

Dilruba Akter, a resident of the Donia area in the capital, has grown increasingly frustrated after enduring a severe gas crisis for days. She has been forced to buy an electric stove and also keeps a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder. When LPG prices rise abnormally or there is no electricity, she has to cook on a wood burning stove on the rooftop. Despite all the hassle and extra expenses, she still has to pay Titas’ fixed monthly gas bill. There are countless victims like Dilruba....