By our correspondent
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has assented to the Petroleum (Amendment) Bill, 2025, recently passed by Parliament.
The new Act strengthens measures against smuggling and the illegal operation of petrol pumps. It empowers Deputy Commissioners, Assistant Commissioners, and Customs authorities to confiscate illegal petroleum products and vehicles, introduces IT-based tracking, and enhances penalties for violations.
Officials say the legislation will modernize petroleum sector regulation, improve transparency, and bolster government efforts against smuggling and tax evasion.
About the Author
