Islamabad (NNI) – In a high-impact anti-smuggling operation, Pakistan Customs Enforcement has successfully recovered 96,697 liters of smuggled Iranian diesel from petrol pumps located along Karachi’s Northern Bypass, following an intelligence tip-off from sensitive agencies.
The Operation at a Glance
- Target: Petrol pumps along Northern Bypass, Karachi
- Recovery:
- 96,697 liters of Iranian diesel
- 7 Mazda Trucks used for illegal supply
- Estimated Value:
- Diesel: Rs. 25 million
- Vehicles: Rs. 30 million
- Legal Action: Smuggling case registered, vehicles and fuel seized
How the Smuggling Network Operated
According to Deputy Collector Customs Enforcement Raza Naqvi, intelligence reports revealed a sophisticated smuggling setup. The smuggled Iranian diesel was being stored in underground tanks at select petrol stations on the Northern Bypass. From there, it was being distributed across the city using 7 Mazda trucks, operating under the guise of legitimate transport.
This bust is part of an ongoing, strategic campaign to dismantle fuel smuggling rings that not only undermine the economy but also pose environmental and safety hazards.
A Week of Successful Seizures
This latest crackdown is one of several executed over the past week:
- Total diesel recovered: 123,497 liters
- Total value of diesel: Rs. 31.94 million
- Vehicles seized: 7 Mazda trucks
- Operations conducted: Multiple across Karachi and surrounding areas
These efforts highlight the Customs Enforcement Directorate’s renewed focus on fuel smuggling, targeting both storage hubs and distribution channels.
Why This Matters
Smuggled fuel disrupts legitimate business operations, causes massive tax revenue losses, and introduces unregulated, potentially dangerous fuel into the domestic supply chain. By cracking down on such illegal operations, authorities aim to:
- Protect consumers from poor-quality fuel
- Ensure fair competition in the fuel industry
- Strengthen border control and national security
What Comes Next?
Customs officials confirm that investigations are ongoing, with more raids expected in the coming days. Authorities are determined to trace the full supply chain, including suppliers at the border and the petrol pumps involved.
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Important Things to Remember
- Location of Operation: Northern Bypass, Karachi
- Primary Seizure: 96,697 liters of smuggled Iranian diesel
- Value of Goods: Over Rs. 55 million
- Vehicles Involved: 7 Mazda Trucks
- Objective: Disrupt illegal fuel trade and protect national interests