Government Clarifies on Ethanol Blending in Petrol: Rejects Allegations
The Government of India has issued a detailed clarification addressing various allegations and concerns raised regarding the ethanol blending program in petrol.
The government has categorically rejected these allegations, stating that the program is a crucial initiative for the country's energy security, farmers' income, and environmental protection.
This clarification comes at a time when questions were being raised in certain quarters about the process of ethanol blending, its economic impacts, and technical feasibility.Photo: GOWTHAM AGM / PexelsA senior official from the Ministry of Energy, Government of India, stated in a press conference that the ethanol blending program is being implemented in a very carefully planned manner.
He emphasized that the main objective of this program is to reduce the country's dependence on fossil fuels and to ensure a fair price for sugarcane farmers' produce.
The official also clarified that ethanol blending does not have any adverse effect on vehicle performance or engine life, as claimed by some critics.Benefits and Goals of Ethanol BlendingIn its clarification, the government highlighted several benefits of ethanol blending.