Karnataka Claims 31% Ethanol in Petrol, Up from 20% Blend

The central government has set a target of 20% ethanol blending in petrol across India. Karnataka officials, however, claim that the state’s petrol now contains 31% ethanol, a figure that exceeds the national mandate. The higher blend is said to be part of the state’s push to reduce carbon emissions and promote biofuel usage. Analysts note that if the claim is accurate, Karnataka would be the first state to surpass the national target, potentially setting a precedent for other states.