Centre Rejects Claims of Over 20% Ethanol in Karnataka
The Petroleum Ministry says all ethanol blending in Karnataka's petrol meets E20 standards. It also says all tested samples in the state complied with quality rules, and it rejected reports of excessive blending. The Centre said the reports were not supported by tests.
Context
E20 means petrol with 20% ethanol, a fuel blend that India has pushed as a way to cut oil imports and use crops such as sugarcane. Debates often focus on whether vehicles and fuel quality can handle higher blends.
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