Pakistan Government Announces LPG Pricing, Auction and Consumer Protection Reforms
Faisalabad · Dunya,
Notice advertisement published in Dunya on Sunday, 8 November 2026, listed under Faisalabad.
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Under the Prime Minister’s special directives, the Government of Pakistan has announced measures to establish fair and transparent LPG pricing and protect consumers. Improving LPG availability and addressing public concerns over unfair prices are among the government’s priorities.
The reforms aim to end monopolistic practices and introduce a transparent auction system.
| Measure | Details |
|---|---|
| Allocation for government marketing companies | Ten percent of domestic LPG production is reserved for government marketing companies. |
| Quota system abolished | The previous quota system has been abolished, with measures against monopolistic practices. |
| Live auction coverage | Auctions are to receive live television coverage to ensure transparency. |
| Media presence | Transparent LPG auctions are to take place in the presence of the media. |
| Equal participation | All eligible companies are to receive equal opportunities in auctions. |
| Supply and storage capacity | Efforts are being made to increase domestic production, alternative imports and storage capacity. |
| Action against market abuse | Action is being taken against hoarding, artificial shortages and excessive profiteering. |
| Proposed subsidy fund | An LPG subsidy fund is proposed for eligible consumers. |
The government’s stated commitment is to improve LPG availability at reasonable prices.
Issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of Pakistan, under the Uraan Pakistan initiative. Website: www.moib.gov.pk. Official social channels include Facebook: /GovtofPakistan, Instagram: govtofpakistan, X: @GovtofPakistan, and YouTube: @govtofpak. Publication reference: PID (I) 4298-D/26.
Published in Dunya on Sunday, 8 November 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.