E20 petrol debate: Govt cites data for 23 crore vehicles, says 'no verified evidence' of widespread engine failure

Jul 20, 2026 - 23:30
E20 petrol debate: Govt cites data for 23 crore vehicles, says 'no verified evidence' of widespread engine failure

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Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi said the shift to E20 fuel has been "phased, calibrated and evidence-based," noting that the ethanol blending rate was gradually raised from 1.53 per cent in 2013-14 to 20 per cent in 2025-26 following "scientific evaluation and stakeholder consultations at every stage."

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