Gadkari said the claims on social media lacked substance and there was a major disinformation campaign. NEW DELHI: Nitin Gadkari rejected allegations of a conflict of interest and personal gain over his push for the ethanol blending programme. The road transport and highways minister said he had always backed alternative fuels to reduce vehicular pollution…
The government has said that the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme is a major component of India’s energy strategy,. (E85 petrol – ANI photo) Seeking to clarify the goals and usage implications of ethanol-blended petrol, the government has come out with a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). The move comes amid backlash and concerns…
At first glance, it seems like a fair question. If ethanol is blended with petrol, shouldn’t E20 fuel cost less than E10 or pure petrol? According to the Centre, the answer lies in how ethanol is produced, procured and priced. Why E20 Isn’t Cheaper The government purchases ethanol from Indian producers at remunerative prices to…
