More than 30% ethanol in E20, says Karnataka minister
AI summary
Karnataka minister Rizwan Arshad alleged that E20 fuel samples contained up to 31.2% ethanol, exceeding the prescribed limit. State-owned fuel companies and retailers rejected the claim, citing independent tests that confirmed ethanol levels remained within the standard 19-21% range.
Key takeaways
- Karnataka minister claims E20 fuel contained up to 31.2% ethanol in some samples.
- Tests at 63 petrol bunks allegedly found 14 stations exceeding the ethanol limit.
- State-owned fuel companies denied the allegations, stating they lack technical support.
- Retailers reported that nationwide testing confirmed ethanol levels were within the prescribed range.
Read the original at Times of India
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