The implementation of the plan to eliminate fuel cards at stations, as one of the key policies for managing consumption and combating fuel smuggling, will begin nationwide next week. This plan is being executed at the suggestion of the Energy Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly to clarify transactions and prevent potential misuse of emergency cards at stations.
Details of the New Plan
According to Ahmad, a member of the Energy Commission of the Assembly, from now on, the use of personal and bank cards will replace emergency cards. By using a bank card or personal fuel card, each transaction will be registered in the individual's name, and the exact volume of consumed fuel will be fully traceable. This change will not only help with more precise monitoring of fuel distribution but can also play an effective role in reducing the smuggling of petroleum products.
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Necessary Infrastructure for Implementing the Plan
According to the information provided, the necessary infrastructure for 3,000 fuel stations in the country has been prepared for the implementation of this plan. This plan, which had previously been tested in some areas, will be publicly operational in all fuel stations across the country starting next week. The Energy Commission of the Assembly has emphasized that the goal of this action is to manage information more accurately and prevent shock to the community.
The Energy Commission, referring to public sensitivities regarding gasoline-related issues, stated that personal and unofficial opinions should be avoided. The aim is for news in this area to be followed only through official channels to prevent the spread of rumors and misunderstandings regarding pricing or distribution policies.
With an emphasis on maximizing the use of bank cards during refueling, this plan could bring about a transformation in the country's fuel distribution system and help manage consumption better and reduce smuggling. Ultimately, this action is expected to lead to increased transparency and reduced corruption in the fuel distribution sector.
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