Karnataka Fuel Regulators Warn Petrol Sold with Over 30% Ethanol Exceeds Legal Limit

Karnataka government officials have raised alarms after discovering that petrol sold across the state contains more than 30% ethanol, well above the legal cap of 10%. The finding came during routine quality checks at several fuel outlets. Authorities are probing the supply chain to identify the source of the excessive ethanol and assess potential impacts on vehicle engines and fuel economy. The state is preparing to take corrective action, which may include recalling affected fuel batches and imposing penalties on suppliers who violate the standards.