06.08.2026 11:30
During inspections of fuel stations in Pakistan, it was found that some pump meters had been tampered with and drivers were given less fuel than paid for. Authorities have initiated procedures against stations where irregularities were detected, while stating that inspections will continue nationwide. The moments when the fraud at the pumps was exposed were captured on camera.
During inspections of fuel stations in Pakistan, it was determined that some pumps' metering systems had been tampered with. Authorities initiated proceedings against stations found to be dispensing short fuel, and the inspection moments were captured on a mobile phone camera.
PUMPS CHECKED ONE BY ONE
In inspections carried out in various regions of Pakistan, teams used calibration cylinders to check whether fuel pumps were measuring accurately.
In the video, officials are seen filling a graduated measuring tube with a specific amount of fuel from the pump and comparing it with the amount displayed on the meter. The checks revealed that some pumps dispensed less fuel than the amount shown on the display.
TAMPERING WITH METERS DETECTED
Authorities announced that pump meters at some stations had been manipulated and consumers were given short fuel. While administrative and penal proceedings were initiated against stations where irregularities were detected, it was reported that some fuel stations were sealed. In recent times, stations found to be dispensing short fuel during similar inspections in different regions of Pakistan have been closed, and action has been taken against their operators.
CONSUMERS WARNED
Authorities urged drivers to carefully monitor pump indicators while refueling and to report suspicious situations to relevant institutions. It was stated that inspections would continue uninterrupted across the country.