'Not supported by tests': Petroleum ministry rejects over 20% ethanol blending in Karnataka
<a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/not-supported-by-tests-petroleum-ministry-rejects-over-20-ethanol-blending-in-karnataka/articleshow/135631902.cms"><img align="left" border="0" hspace="10" src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/135631902.cms" style="margin-top: 3px; margin-right: 5px;" /></a>The Centre has clarified that all ethanol blending in Karnataka's petrol meets E20 specifications set by authorities. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed that all tested samples in the state complied with quality standards. Reports claiming excessive blending were rejected after the analysis of samples collected from various locations.
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- The Petroleum Ministry has rejected a proposal for over 20% ethanol blending in Karnataka, citing a lack of testing support.
- This decision comes amid complaints in Karnataka regarding reduced vehicle mileage and engine stalling, leading the Chief Minister to order testing of petrol samples at 67 locations.
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