Messrs. Rifat Filling Station, Parbatipur

shamimhossain (74)in Steem Sri Lanka • 5 days ago

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*Messrs. Rifat Filling Station*

Name, location and opening hours

The name of this filling station is Messrs. Rifat Filling Station. It is located beside Zakerganj Bazar in Parbatipur town. This filling station remains open 24 hours a day because it provides essential fuel services. That’s why most filling stations in our country also operate 24/7 to serve people at any time.

	Main Building of the Filling Station
	Fuel Meter

Structure, Environment & Decoration

This filling station was established many years ago. The environment here is quite calm and moderate because it is located beside the Parbatipur–Saidpur highway. Since it is outside the main crowded area, the surroundings are peaceful.

Building a filling station in an open area is a smart decision because accidents can happen at any time, so safety is important. There is a lot of open space here, which makes the place look beautiful and organized. The decoration and overall setup are simple but nicely maintained.

	Parking Area for Different Vehicles
	Inside Environment

Menu & Pricing

At this filling station, different types of fuel are available such as diesel, petrol, octane, and various types of engine oil (mobil). The prices are set according to the current market rates.

Below is the price list:

Fuel Price List

Fuel Name	Price (BDT)	Price (STEEM)
Diesel (Per Liter)	109	14.91
Petrol (Per Liter)	125	17.10
Octane (Per Liter)	130	17.78
Motorcycle Engine Oil (Mobil) (Per Liter)	500–800	68.40–109.44

1 STEEM = 7.31 BDT

	Octane & Petrol Dispensing Machine
	Diesel Dispensing Machine

Payment methods

In Bangladesh, most filling stations usually accept only cash payments. This filling station also follows the same system. Due to different rules and regulations, digital or other payment methods are not commonly used here, so customers pay using cash.

Details about its services

A filling station is a service-based business, and its main goal is to serve customers who come to buy fuel. People from different places come here to purchase diesel, petrol, octane, and engine oil.

The staff members work in shifts to provide service 24 hours a day. The owner visits the station from time to time to check everything. The workers need to be skilled, responsible, and careful because this type of work involves risk and requires experience.

	Inside Environment
	Fuel Storage Area

Other facilities

Among other facilities, there is a restroom available here, which is very important. Many people travel long distances or stop here during trips, so having a restroom is necessary.

Separate washrooms are arranged for men and women. For safety, CCTV cameras are installed in different areas of the filling station to ensure proper security.

	Washroom
	CCTV Camera

Overall Experience

I had a good experience visiting this filling station. It is quite a busy place since it is located beside the highway. Filling stations are usually built in open areas with enough space for parking, and this one also has good parking facilities for both small and large vehicles.

The management needs to ensure safety, skilled workers, fire extinguishers, and emergency support systems. From what I saw, everything is maintained properly here.

Overall, I really liked this filling station. The service, environment, and safety system all seemed quite good to me.