The completion of the second phase of the Motihari-Amlekhgunj pipeline has created challenges for managing 104 tankers previously used to transport petrol and kerosene from Barauni to Amlekhgunj. With the Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) now delivering fuel via the pipeline, the role of these tankers has become uncertain.
Transport entrepreneurs in Amlekhgunj, who have been responsible for fuel deliveries, have demanded a clear plan for managing the tankers, private trucks, and contracts for tanker owners. They have set a deadline of January 8 for the resolution of these issues, warning of renewed protests if their demands are not met. Earlier, they postponed protests for 10 days after receiving an assurance letter from the NOC.
Pralayankar Acharya, Chief of the NOC’s Amlekhgunj office, stated that the provincial office is unable to address the demands and has referred the matter to the central office for further consideration.
The situation underscores the complexities arising from the transition to pipeline-based fuel delivery and the need for a sustainable solution to manage the impacted stakeholders.
