The report stated that during the interface with the Board and Management of PURA, the committee observed that since 2019, all telecom operators were reportedly issued licences for the International Voice Gateway.
They also observe that Oil Companies continue construction of fuel stations even after amendment of the regulations.
They further observed that Department of Physical Planning issues permits for construction of fuel stations even when PURA is not satisfied with the applications.
They noted that there is proliferation of fuel stations in residential areas.
The Committee recommended that the PURA Act and Information and Communication Act, 2009 must be updated to reflect the current realities of the sector.
It also recommended PURA and its line Ministry to initiate amendments to any Act of Parliament for the proliferation of fuel stations in residential areas.
“PURA is to provide a breakdown of the D13.3 million penalty charges.”
“The laws need to be amended and enforced to control the proliferation of fuel stations in residential areas.”
The report recommended part of the licensing fees need to be given to PURA instead of paying everything to Central Government.
They further recommended that Department of Physical Planning should not issue permits for construction of fuel station without clearance from PURA.
