In Lok Sabha, Centre backs E20, says no proof of adverse impacts
The Centre told Lok Sabha there is no verified evidence of engine failures due to E20 ethanol-blended petrol.
MoRTH said over 200 million two-wheelers and 30 million petrol cars have run on E15+/E20 fuel for 2.5+ years without ethanol-related damage.
Minister Nitin Gadkari cited manufacturer data showing no corrosion, wear, or reduced vehicle life from E20, with warranty claims honored.
Tests by ARAI, SIAM, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, and automakers found no engine durability failures from E20.
E20 reduces CO2 emissions by 952 lakh metric tonnes, saves ₹1.98 lakh crore in foreign exchange, and boosts farmer income by ₹1.66 lakh crore.
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