Karnataka Minister Alleges Excess Ethanol in E20 Fuel
· Business · Times of India, India Today
Karnataka minister Rizwan Arshad claimed tests at state-authorised labs found ethanol content in E20 fuel up to 31.2%, exceeding the 20% limit, in samples from 14 of 63 petrol bunks across the state as of November 07, 2026, 02:37 IST. PSUs and fuel retailers disputed the findings, stating nationwide tests of 56 Karnataka samples showed ethanol levels within the prescribed 19-21% range. The minister's allegation contradicts official denials from public sector undertakings that conducted tests under statutory and technical procedures. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between state-level monitoring and centralised fuel quality oversight in India's energy sector.
Why it matters
The alleged excess ethanol could damage vehicle engines and increase emissions, directly affecting millions of vehicle owners in Karnataka and potentially other states reliant on E20 fuel standards.
Read the original report — Times of India
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