Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Bangladesh Gas Crisis Deepens After FSRU Fire
There's a big problem in Bangladesh because a fire at a gas storage place called FSRU in Cox's Bazar has made it hard for people to get gas.
This has been going on since July 21 and it's not getting better soon.
The gas supply has gone down a lot, which means people in cities like Dhaka can't use their gas stoves properly.
Some people are using firewood or expensive electric cookers instead.
Factories that need gas, like those making clothes and ceramics, are also having a hard time.
The government is trying to fix the problem, but it's taking time.
People are upset and some have even protested.
The government says it's working on it, but until it's fixed, life is tough for many in Bangladesh.
A fire at an FSRU in Cox's Bazar on July 21 has reduced Bangladesh's gas supply to below 2,150 mmcfd.
Households in Dhaka are experiencing near-zero gas pressure, forcing them to use alternatives like firewood or electric cookers.
Industrial sectors like textiles, spinning, ceramics, and fertilisers are operating below capacity due to low gas supply.
Gas-fired electricity generation has reduced by around 1,500 megawatts, raising concerns about power cuts.
Residents and businesses are frustrated and have held protests, while the government and Petrobangla are working on repairs.
- Who
- Residents of Dhaka and nearby districts, industrial sectors in Bangladesh
- What
- Gas crisis due to a fire at a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) in Cox's Bazar
- When
- July 21
- Where
- Bangladesh, primarily Dhaka and nearby districts
- Why
- Fire damaged one of the two boilers at the FSRU, reducing gas supply and causing widespread disruptions.
Government and Industry Stakeholders
Affected Residents and Businesses
Repair Efforts and Timeline
Government and Industry Stakeholders
The government and Petrobangla are working to repair the damaged FSRU boiler, but the process will take time.
Affected Residents and Businesses
Residents and businesses are frustrated with the prolonged crisis and demand immediate solutions.
Impact on Household and Industrial Sectors
Government and Industry Stakeholders
The government acknowledges the impact on households and industries but emphasizes the need for time to resolve the issue.
Affected Residents and Businesses
Households and industries are suffering significant financial and operational losses due to the gas shortage.
- Date of Incident
- July 21
- Current Gas Supply
- Below 2,150 mmcfd
- Average Gas Supply Before Incident
- 2,700 mmcfd
- National Daily Gas Demand
- 3,800 mmcfd
- Reduction in Gas-Fired Electricity
- 1,500 megawatts
- Affected Areas in Dhaka
- Mirpur, Badda, Kalabagan, Kafrul, Mohammadpur, Kazipara, West Tejturi Bazar, Rampura
- Impacted Industrial Sectors
- Textiles, spinning, ceramics, fertilisers
- Increase in Operating Costs for Industries
- 20%