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Punjab Assembly Demands Centre Suspend Mandatory E20 Petrol Rollout
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 05 Aug 2026, 01:37 PM
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The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution urging the central government to halt the compulsory introduction of E20 petrol.
On Monday, the Punjab Legislative Assembly adopted a resolution calling on the Centre to suspend the mandatory rollout of E20 petrol across the country. The motion was passed by a majority of the assembly members, reflecting growing concerns among state legislators.
E20 petrol, a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% gasoline, has been promoted by the government as a step toward reducing fossil fuel dependence and cutting CO₂ emissions. However, critics argue that the sudden shift could lead to higher fuel prices and strain consumers.
Punjab lawmakers highlighted the potential impact on the state's economy, especially for farmers and transport operators who rely on affordable diesel and petrol. They also cited the lack of adequate infrastructure to handle the ethanol blend in the region.
The resolution has been forwarded to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The central government is expected to respond within the next few weeks, as the debate over E20 continues nationwide.
E20 petrol, a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% gasoline, has been promoted by the government as a step toward reducing fossil fuel dependence and cutting CO₂ emissions. However, critics argue that the sudden shift could lead to higher fuel prices and strain consumers.
Punjab lawmakers highlighted the potential impact on the state's economy, especially for farmers and transport operators who rely on affordable diesel and petrol. They also cited the lack of adequate infrastructure to handle the ethanol blend in the region.
The resolution has been forwarded to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The central government is expected to respond within the next few weeks, as the debate over E20 continues nationwide.