ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday announced to take those responsible for the petrol crisis to logical end.

A meeting of the federal cabinet presided over by Prime Minister Imran Khan approved formation of a commission for petrol crisis.

The meeting discussed the 13-point agenda and overall political and economic situation in the country.

During the meeting, PM Khan vowed to hold those accountable responsible for petrol crisis in the country. He said that provision of wheat and sugar supply should be ensured at all cost, adding that the provincial governments should launch crackdown against the mafia.

The members were also briefed on dues of media houses as well as economic indicators of the country. A discussion was also held on institutional reforms report during the meeting.

A draft of rules and regulations for the appointment of Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) chairman and members was also presented for suggestions.

Furthermore, the federal cabinet also approved the decision taken by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) on July 22 while a progress report on institutional reforms was also presented during the meeting.

It is pertinent to mention here that the oil crisis surfaced across the country in the month of July after the government made significant cut in petroleum prices on recommendation of the Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). NNI