Dhaka, Tuesday, Mar 03, 2026
The Consumers Association of Bangladesh (CAB) has rejected the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission’s (BERC) call for a public hearing on the proposal to raise gas prices for fertilizer factories.In a press statement issued on Tuesday, the consumer rights body said it would not participate in the hearing, citing the lack of action on complaints it lodged with the President against BERC’s irregularities more than a month and a half ago.Terming the proposed hike in gas and fuel prices for fertilizer plants “unjustified,” CAB said BERC had earlier increased the charge rate of jet fuel sold by Padma Oil Company without any logical ground. Similarly, the plan to increase gas prices for new and expanded industrial units contradicts the principle of energy justice, it added.CAB further demanded the removal of BERC’s chairman and other members, accusing them of abuse of power and violation of law. The association submitted a written complaint ...
