ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority, the Federal Board of Revenue, and the Oil Companies Advisory Council have launched the state-of-the-art mobile application ‘Rahguzar,’ a major milestone in the digitalization of Pakistan’s oil supply chain.
The app will use Geographic Information System technology to help users identify legitimate petrol pumps and outlets across the country.
The launch ceremony of the app was held at OGRA’s head office in Islamabad, chaired by Chairman OGRA Masroor Khan. Senior officials from the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), FBR, Customs, Explosives Department, and representatives from OCA were also present on the occasion.
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The ‘Rahguzar’ app will provide a platform for consumers, district governments, and law enforcement agencies to identify illegal shops or “box stations.”
In addition, Pakistani consumers will also be able to use the app to file complaints about illegal outlets, overcharging, or quality-related concerns, to ensure transparency and empower stakeholders.
The OGRA Chairman said that the project was initiated in August 2024 through discussions between OGRA and FBR.
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‘Rahguzar’ has been launched as the first phase of a comprehensive track and trace system aimed at promoting accountability, preventing illegal activities, and enhancing the integrity of the oil industry.
This initiative will provide a solution to the challenges related to illegal petrol pumps and corruption. The launch of the ‘Rahguzar’ app reflects OGRA’s commitment to effective governance and a transparent energy ecosystem.
