Dhaka, Feb 16 (NationPress) With Ramadan on the horizon, a sudden gas pipeline issue in Bangladesh has sent waves of concern through many families in Dhaka, while worries persist regarding the escalating prices of basic necessities, as reported by local media on Monday.

For Rahela Begum, a resident of Old Dhaka, the uncertainty surrounding gas supply has heightened her anxiety as the interruption disrupts her daily cooking routines.

"I was in the midst of preparing lunch for my son. After cleaning fish and vegetables, I discovered that there was no gas for the stove. The gas supply was absent all day, forcing me to purchase food from a restaurant. I am left in the dark about when the gas will return. The thought of this situation continuing through Ramadan is troubling," Rahela shared with Bangladeshi media outlet UNB.

Similarly, Kohinur Begum from Shantinagar experienced a challenging situation on Sunday, stating that the abnormally low gas pressure made meal preparation difficult, leaving her uncertain whether the supply would improve before Ramadan.

Reports indicate that countless families in Dhaka are facing persistent uncertainty due to the escalating gas crisis.

In addition, a recent surge in the prices of various essential items has compounded the challenges faced by low- and middle-income households.

Ansiur Rahman, a resident of Kalabagan, expressed that the dual burden of gas shortages and soaring prices has made life increasingly challenging for residents in certain areas.

"It’s not just about the gas crisis; the rising costs of essential goods are also alarming as Ramadan approaches," Anisur noted.

Last month, the Awami League claimed that the unfolding gas crisis in Bangladesh is a direct consequence of governmental negligence under the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, which they argue has allowed a vital public utility to deteriorate while masking the issue with claims of "reform".

The party maintains that the ongoing crisis is not a sudden occurrence, an unavoidable global consequence, or a supply issue, but rather an "undeniable failure of governance" and another illustration of "mismanagement" under the Yunus administration.

"This crisis hasn't materialized overnight. Bangladesh has weathered far more severe global energy disruptions in past years without experiencing a system-wide failure. Currently, however, gas shortages persist even when consumers are willing to pay, LPG cylinders are disappearing from the market despite ongoing imports, and supply chains appear to be poorly managed. These are not signs of scarcity; they reflect administrative paralysis," the Awami League stated.