Fuel Crisis
Mamata Banerjee warns of lockdown amid fuel supply concerns
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee warned of a possible nationwide lockdown amid fears of fuel shortages due to the West Asia conflict. Long queues formed at petrol pumps in Uttar Pradesh and other states, though governments assured no shortages. Oil companies confirmed normal supplies.
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) will cut aeronautical fees and passenger service charges at its managed airports starting April 1 to mitigate rising fuel prices. The reductions follow directives from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez. Rates vary by airport class and travel type.
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Philippine fuel supply may last until the second week of May with one million barrels expected soon, according to the Department of Energy. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said the average supply stood at 45 days as of March 20, down from 55-57 days when the Middle East war began nearly a month ago.