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Karnataka Upholds 31% Ethanol Claim, Challenges Oil Companies' Explanation
✍️ India Today
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 09:16 PM
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The Karnataka government maintains that the ethanol content in fuel is 31% and has raised doubts over the explanations provided by oil firms.
Karnataka has reiterated its position that the ethanol blend in the state's fuel supply is 31%, a figure that differs from the 20% (E20) standard commonly cited in national discussions. The state government has publicly questioned the explanations offered by oil firms regarding the higher blend percentage.
The dispute centers on the blending process and the measurement of ethanol content in the fuel distributed across Karnataka. While oil companies claim adherence to regulatory guidelines, the state has demanded a transparent audit to verify the blend levels.
This development follows a broader debate over ethanol blending policies in India, where the government has been promoting higher ethanol percentages to reduce petroleum imports and support the agricultural sector. Karnataka's insistence on a 31% figure underscores the state's commitment to meeting its energy and environmental targets.
The state has called for a joint review with the oil firms and relevant authorities to resolve the discrepancy and ensure compliance with national standards.
The issue remains a focal point in Karnataka's energy policy discussions, with stakeholders awaiting a definitive resolution from the involved parties.
The dispute centers on the blending process and the measurement of ethanol content in the fuel distributed across Karnataka. While oil companies claim adherence to regulatory guidelines, the state has demanded a transparent audit to verify the blend levels.
This development follows a broader debate over ethanol blending policies in India, where the government has been promoting higher ethanol percentages to reduce petroleum imports and support the agricultural sector. Karnataka's insistence on a 31% figure underscores the state's commitment to meeting its energy and environmental targets.
The state has called for a joint review with the oil firms and relevant authorities to resolve the discrepancy and ensure compliance with national standards.
The issue remains a focal point in Karnataka's energy policy discussions, with stakeholders awaiting a definitive resolution from the involved parties.