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BPCL Defends E20 Fuel Sample After Deleted X Post Sparks Online Backlash
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🗓 13 Nov 2026, 04:16 AM
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Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited responded to growing criticism on X after removing a post that claimed its E20 fuel sample was ‘perfectly fine’.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) faced a wave of criticism on the social media platform X after it deleted a post that had asserted the quality of its E20 ethanol‑blended fuel sample. The original post, which said the sample was "perfectly fine," was removed following a surge of negative comments from netizens questioning the claim.
In response, BPCL issued a statement reiterating that the E20 sample meets all regulatory standards and that its quality remains unchanged. The company emphasized that its testing protocols are robust and that the fuel complies with the specifications set by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
BPCL also noted that the deletion of the post was a procedural decision and not an admission of any fault. It urged the public to rely on official data and laboratory reports rather than social media posts for information about fuel quality.
The episode highlights the heightened scrutiny Indian oil companies face as the government pushes for greater ethanol blending in petrol, and it underscores the importance of transparent communication with consumers.
In response, BPCL issued a statement reiterating that the E20 sample meets all regulatory standards and that its quality remains unchanged. The company emphasized that its testing protocols are robust and that the fuel complies with the specifications set by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
BPCL also noted that the deletion of the post was a procedural decision and not an admission of any fault. It urged the public to rely on official data and laboratory reports rather than social media posts for information about fuel quality.
The episode highlights the heightened scrutiny Indian oil companies face as the government pushes for greater ethanol blending in petrol, and it underscores the importance of transparent communication with consumers.