IOC, HPCL and BPCL to keep premium petrol ethanol-free as E20 remains the national standard
The government has ruled out raising the nationwide ethanol-blending mandate beyond E20 for now. Premium petrol sold by Indian Oil, Hindustan Petroleum and Bharat Petroleum will remain ethanol-free, while E20 continues across the broader fuel-retail network.
Government will retain ethanol-free premium petrol from IOC, HPCL and BPCL, while maintaining nationwide E20 supply. No decision has been taken to exceed 20% blending or restore E0/E10, citing tested vehicle compatibility and supply-chain costs.
Why this matters
No related recent signals are provided; the update clarifies Indian Oil’s premium-petrol offer while E20 remains the standard across the broader fuel-retail network.
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