Petrol prices in Pakistan are climbing fast this week, and officials are now weighing options once seen as entirely unthinkable. Sources say the federal government is reviewing ways to cut fuel consumption as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to unsettle global energy markets. Among the ideas on the table is a smart petroleum lockdown, a plan meant to cut unnecessary travel and conserve fuel across the country.

Under the proposal, citizens could get three consecutive days off each week, with Friday, Saturday and Sunday serving as restricted movement days. Meanwhile, normal business activity and government operations would reportedly continue as usual for the remaining four days of the week. The goal, according to sources, is to lower national petroleum demand without disrupting the wider economy.

Officials are also reviewing other ways to limit unnecessary weekend movement and further ease pressure on fuel supplies. Additionally, authorities are consulting several departments on how they might structure a smart petroleum lockdown for energy conservation. The plan is still in its early stages, and its overall impact on daily life remains under review.

However, sources say officials will soon present a final report on the proposal to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The prime minister will likely make an important public announcement once he personally reviews the recommendations. Before making any final decision, the government also plans to seek input from relevant ministries and departments.

Therefore, officials reportedly expect further rounds of consultations before the plan moves toward final implementation. Sources say the government’s core focus remains cutting petrol consumption, limiting unnecessary travel and controlling overall energy use. Finally, the duration, method and scope of any such measure will depend on approval from the prime minister. Instead of rushing the decision, officials say they want a thorough review of all available options.