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Bangladesh Receives Fresh Diesel Shipment from India via Cross-Border Pipeline

Bangladesh has started receiving an additional 5,000 tonnes of diesel from India through the cross-border India-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline. The fuel is being delivered to the Parbatipur Padma Oil depot, continuing imports aimed at maintaining steady supply and normal fuel stocks. Officials note that a total of 30,000 tonnes had reached the depot from India's Numaligarh between March and April 14. Further supplies are expected, with around 25,000 tonnes anticipated for April overall.

Key Points: India Supplies Additional Diesel to Bangladesh via Pipeline

  • Fresh 5,000-tonne diesel consignment delivered
  • Part of ongoing imports to ensure steady supply
  • Total of 30,000 tonnes received between March and mid-April
  • Further 7,000 tonnes expected soon
  • Pipeline operations continue on public holiday
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Bangladesh begins receiving additional 5,000 tonnes of diesel from India

Bangladesh begins receiving 5,000 tonnes of diesel from India through a cross-border pipeline to ensure steady fuel supply and maintain normal stocks.

"Another 5,000 tons of diesel has stated coming to Parbatipur Padma Oil depot from India through the India-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline - Md Ahsan Habib Chowdhury"

Dhaka, April 18

Bangladesh has begun receiving an additional 5,000 tonnes of diesel from India through a cross-border pipeline, officials familiar with the development said on Friday, Dhaka Tribune reported.

The fresh consignment is being delivered to the Parbatipur Padma Oil depot as part of ongoing fuel imports aimed at ensuring a steady supply. "Another 5,000 tons of diesel has stated coming to Parbatipur Padma Oil depot from India through the India-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline," Parbatipur Padma Oil depot Manager Md Ahsan Habib Chowdhury said, as reported by Dhaka Tribune.

He added that the Parbatipur Rail Head depot started receiving the latest supply from the morning of April 16, according to Dhaka Tribune.

According to officials from the ministry, Bangladesh had earlier received 8,000 tonnes of diesel at the Parbatipur depot from Numaligarh in India on April 14, following a supply of 22,000 tonnes in March, as per a report by Dhaka Tribune.

Sources said that a total of 30,000 tonnes of diesel had reached the Parbatipur depot from Numaligarh between March and April 14, Dhaka Tribune reported.

As per Dhaka Tribune, depot authorities indicated that further supplies are expected in the coming days, with another 7,000 tonnes of diesel set to arrive from Numaligarh Refinery Limited within the next four to five days.

Overall, Bangladesh is expected to receive around 25,000 tonnes of diesel from India during April, Dhaka Tribune reported.

"The government is continuing to import diesel from India through pipelines to maintain normal fuel stocks and ensure uninterrupted supply," the depot manager said, as per Dhaka Tribune.

To facilitate smooth operations and uninterrupted fuel distribution, the depot remained open on Friday despite it being a public holiday, he added, Dhaka Tribune reported.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the India-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline in action. This kind of infrastructure is key for energy security in the region. Hope we are also ensuring our own domestic needs are met while helping others.
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Rohit P
While helping neighbors is important, I hope the pricing is fair and transparent. Sometimes these deals are not clear to the public. Our own fuel prices are high, so we should benefit too.
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Michael C
As someone working in the energy sector, this is a smart move. Pipelines are more efficient and secure than shipping. It reduces costs and risks for both countries. A practical example of diplomacy.
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Shreya B
This is heartening. Our shared history and culture mean we should support each other. Bangladesh is like a sibling nation. When they need help with essentials like fuel, we should be there. More power to such cooperation!
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Vikram M
The depot staff working on a public holiday to ensure supply is commendable. Salute to their dedication. This is how real development happens – through hard work and strong partnerships.

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