Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), has taken notice of the incident occurred at Ahmed Pur Sharqia, Bahawalpur, where more than 135 people were burnt alive and about 100 people have been injured. An inquiry on this tragic incident has been initiated and the concerned company has been advised to submit report immediately. As soon as the report is received, further action will be taken accordingly.

According to OGRA spokesman a oil tanker carrying product of Shell Petroleum from Kamari to Mashi Kee when the incident happened. OGRA directed Shell Petroleum to submit its initial report within 24 hour. He further said the initial finding will be share with public.

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