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Centre urges confidence in E20 petrol amid blending row
The Union government has asked consumers to use E20 petrol with confidence, saying the fuel supplied through the public-sector oil marketing companies meets prescribed quality standards. The statement comes amid a controversy…
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The Union government has asked consumers to use E20 petrol with confidence, saying the fuel supplied through the public-sector oil marketing companies meets prescribed quality standards. The statement comes amid a controversy over the blended fuel's impact on vehicle engines and efficiency.
Oil marketing companies have assured that robust quality checks are in place for the ethanol-petrol blend. The government is pushing E20 to cut oil imports and emissions, but some consumer groups and mechanics have raised doubts about its long-term effects on older engines.
The Indian Opinion
This reassurance from the Centre masks a deeper trust deficit. While the government calls E20 safe, many car owners recall past instances of adulterated fuel and question the lack of independent, third-party test data. The real test will be whether the oil companies release detailed, model-wise compatibility studies and a clear compensation mechanism if engines are damaged. Without that, 'confidence' rings hollow.
Source: ndtv.com
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