BusinessPhoto: Deccan HeraldOil Ministry disputes Karnataka's claim of excess ethanol in petrol
The Petroleum Ministry has disputed Karnataka government's claim that petrol at some state outlets contained 26-31% ethanol. Tests by state-run oil companies including IOC, BPCL, and HPCL found petrol supplies nationwide, including Karnataka, comply with the 20% ethanol blending standard. The ministry questioned Karnataka's testing methods and requested detailed sampling records and independent verification.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru




