Key facts
- India plans to offer E25 and E30 ethanol-blended petrol at fuel pumps.
- This expansion aims to increase the availability of higher ethanol blends nationwide.
The move by India to offer higher ethanol blends like E25 and E30 at fuel pumps is part of a broader strategy to reduce reliance on imported crude oil and promote cleaner energy alternatives. Ethanol blending in petrol has been a key component of India's energy policy, aiming to lower carbon emissions and support the domestic agricultural sector.