The CNG crisis that has gripped Pakistan lately is due to a substantial shortage of natural gas which amounts to 1.8 million cubic ft/day. Given that 11% of the total fuel usage in Pakistan is attributed to CNG, this shortage has had implications on the 2.7 million consumers in Pakistan who use it to fuel their cars.
LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) is being touted as the replacement to CNG – approximately 10000 motorists currently use LPG. To use the fuel, cars would need to be fitted with a separate LPG kit at a cost upwards of Rs.3000, as well as a cylinder to store in it. LPG is not as readily available at fuelling stations although companies such as Hascol are inviting investors to set up stations around the country.
The biggest drawback of using LPG is its price; it has jumped over 42% in the last 10 months.
By Shayan Shakeel