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Hardeep Puri says ethanol is used in racing cars
NDTV··3 Jul
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on July 2, 2026, said ethanol is used in racing cars and helps improve acceleration while defending biofuel blending. He said mileage may drop slightly but India reached 20 percent ethanol blending in December 2025. Oil marketing companies reported Rs 74,781 crore losses selling fuel below cost till June 30 amid Middle East crude volatility.
Prism
What It Means For You
- E20 petrol at pumps affects vehicle mileage and engine compatibility.
- Retail fuel prices depend on global crude and OMC under-recovery recovery.
- Ethanol blending supports farm income but may slightly reduce fuel efficiency.
What's Happening
- Hardeep Puri defended ethanol blending on July 2.
- India reached 20 percent ethanol blending in December 2025.
- OMCs reported Rs 74,781 crore losses till June 30.
Energy Policy Context
- The ethanol programme began with 5 percent blending pilots in the 2000s.
- Brazil mandates E27 while the US uses E10 with E15 expanding.
- Puri said insurance companies confirmed E20 poses no coverage issue.
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