Bangladesh opposition leaders rejected the BNP government’s claims of success after 180 days, citing worsening energy shortages, load shedding, factory closures, unemployment and deteriorating law and order. Critics said public suffering and insecurity have increased, challenging the government’s key election promises
The Central Consumer Protection Authority has directed hotels and restaurants not to levy additional charges such as LPG charges, gas surcharge or fuel cost recovery by default in bills. Consumers can report violations through the National Consumer Helpline or e-Jagriti portal.
Osmania University is considering returning to firewood cooking and reducing gas-intensive food items amid fears of a cooking gas cylinder shortage linked to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war. Meanwhile, JNTU-Hyderabad said it currently has sufficient cooking gas supply