File PhotoJAHANGIRNAGAR UNIVERSITY, Apr 8, 2026 (BSS) - A technology-driven digital rationing system using QR code and OTP verification can ensure fair distribution of limited fuel and reduce misuse during the ongoing energy crisis, said Computer Science and Engineering Professor Abu Sayed Md Mostafizur Rahaman of Jahangirnagar University (JU). Amid the ongoing global fuel supply disruption, ensuring equitable distribution has become more critical than merely increasing supply, Prof Mostafiz told BSS today. He noted that long queues at fuel stations often conceal deeper issues such as hoarding and unequal access, which further intensify the crisis. He also emphasized the importance of incorporating driver-based OTP verification in Bangladesh's context, as drivers often collect fuel on behalf of vehicle owners. "During a fuel crisis, the key issue is not just availability but ensuring fair usage.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha April 09, 2026 13:27 UTC