Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Restrictions on the operation of compressed natural gas (CNG) stations in Uzbekistan will be gradually lifted, according to the country’s Ministry of Energy.

The ministry explained that the sharp drop in temperatures in early March led to an increase in natural gas consumption, which affected gas pipeline pressure levels.

Given the circumstances, ensuring uninterrupted gas supply to households and social facilities became the top priority. As a result, a decision was made to temporarily suspend the operations of automotive gas filling compressor stations (CNG stations), the ministry stated.

According to the Ministry of Energy, thanks to prompt measures taken in recent days, gas pipeline pressure has been stabilized, allowing conditions for the gradual resumption of CNG station operations.

Starting from 9:00 AM on 6 March, CNG stations across all regions of the country will progressively resume operations, the ministry confirmed.

The Ministry of Energy apologized to consumers for any inconvenience caused.