Middle East Conflict Triggers Energy Crunch: Bangladesh Shuts Universities, Rations Fuel
Bangladesh has closed all public and private universities and launched fuel rationing to tackle a worsening energy crisis linked to the Middle East conflict. Authorities advanced the Eid al-Fitr holiday to cut electricity use in halls, labs, and air conditioning, and to ease traffic that wastes fuel. Schools are already off for Ramadan, and the government has also asked foreign-curriculum schools and private coaching centers to suspend operations. New guidelines encourage institutions and offices to maximise natural light and minimise unnecessary power use. Bangladesh imports 95% of its energy. Disruptions from the US-Israel war on Iran have driven up global oil and gas prices. Officials say these measures will offer short-term relief and help stabilise fuel and electricity supplies.
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