KATHMANDU: Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) will keep 13 of its offices and fuel depots open during the Dashain holiday to ensure a regular supply of petroleum products.
Vehicle movement usually increases during Dashain, raising fuel demand across the country. NOC said it will open provincial offices, branch offices and depots based on local requirements to prevent fuel shortages.
According to a press statement issued on Friday, the following provincial offices will remain open during the holiday.
The provincial offices in Biratnagar, Amlekhgunj, Thankot, Pokhara, Bhairahawa, Surkhet and Dhangadhi will remain open. NOC will also keep its depots in Nepalgunj, Dang, Janakpur, Charali in Jhapa, Birgunj and Dipayal open.
The corporation has asked consumers to contact its central office officials if they face problems with fuel supply or availability during the holiday.
For issues related to petrol and diesel, consumers can contact Nawaraj Pokharel at 9841480207. For problems involving LPG gas and aviation fuel, they can contact Sanjiv Sangraula at 9841433604.
