PSO spokesperson Imran Rana said that after a careful analysis of the ongoing situation, the PSO management has decided to resume its operations at the Keamari terminal, Karachi, according to a statement issued to the media.

PSO's Zulfiqarabad Oil Terminal is already working on 24/7 basis to supply fuel to Karachi city and its suburbs. He said that after taking necessary measures and reviewing the health and safety situation at the Keamari terminal, the management of the company has started operations. This decision was taken after broad consultation with relevant stakeholders. He further stated the health and safety of the PSO staff and contractors is top priority of the company.

During last 36 hours, PSO teams, the company's dealers and their staff, and contractors have been working round-the-clock to ensure an uninterrupted supply of POL products to Karachi. The PSO spokesperson said that during last 24 hours most of the company sites in the city were topped-up more than twice, and in areas with a high demand, thrice. This enabled PSO in amicably managing the increased demand of POL products from customers which remained more than usual.-PR