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Delhi taxi operators protest E20 fuel mileage loss
The Hindu··6 Aug
About 100 members of a Delhi taxi and tourist transport association protested against E20 petrol on August 4 after a Jantar Mantar march was denied permission. They submitted a representation to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari seeking an E20 review. Operators said mileage has fallen and lower ethanol blends should stay available for older vehicles at pumps.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Delhi taxi riders may see operators press for fare or fuel-price relief if E20 mileage stays lower.
- Owners of older petrol cars can note the demand to keep E0, E5 and E10 available beside E20.
- Commuters can track MoRTH responses after the association handed a representation to Nitin Gadkari.
What's Happening
- About 100 Delhi taxi and tourist transport operators protested against E20 petrol on August 4.
- A planned Jantar Mantar march lacked police permission; the group moved toward Rajghat before stopping.
- Their association sought an E20 review and continued sale of lower ethanol blends for older vehicles.
Why Fleets Want E0 And E10 Back At Pumps
- Minister Nitin Gadkari told Parliament E20 can cut fuel economy by about 2 to 6 percent by vehicle type.
- Operators claim steeper losses in older fleets and say competition stops them from raising fares freely.
- The association says it supports cleaner fuels but wants a technology-neutral choice at retail pumps.
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