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Government likely to delay higher 25 percent ethanol blend
The Indian Express··7 Jul
The government is likely to push back the proposed E25 petrol blend amid backlash over rapid ethanol adoption on July 7, 2026. E20 became standard nationwide after ethanol rose from 10 to 20 percent in three years, five years ahead of the 2030 target. Recent excise exemptions and BIS standards for higher blends had stoked E25 concerns among motorists.
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What It Means For You
- Motorists with older cars may face mileage drops from ethanol blends.
- Delayed E25 rollout could protect uncertified vehicles from damage.
- Fuel policy shifts affect petrol prices and agricultural demand for ethanol.
What's Happening
- Government is likely to delay the E25 petrol blend transition.
- E20 became standard nationwide after a rapid three-year shift.
- Protests were held over mandatory E20 implementation.
Policy Context
- Original E20 target was 2030 before advancement.
- Recent BIS standards and excise exemptions signaled higher blend plans.
- Automakers are developing engines for future ethanol-compatible models.
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