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Karnataka Petrol Found with Over 30% Ethanol, Exceeds National Limit
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 11:08 AM
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Karnataka authorities have discovered that petrol sold in the state contains more than 30% ethanol, far above the 10% national standard. The government is investigating the source of the adulterated fuel.
Karnataka state officials announced that petrol sold within the state contains over 30% ethanol, a figure that sharply exceeds the 10% blend mandated by the Indian government. The discovery was made during routine quality checks conducted by the state’s fuel monitoring agency.
The state government has launched an inquiry to identify the suppliers and distributors responsible for the adulterated fuel. Officials warned that such high ethanol levels could affect engine performance and violate environmental regulations.
The investigation will involve sampling fuel from multiple petrol stations across Karnataka and coordinating with the Central Pollution Control Board. The government has urged consumers to report any suspicious fuel quality and assured that corrective measures will be taken swiftly.
The state government has launched an inquiry to identify the suppliers and distributors responsible for the adulterated fuel. Officials warned that such high ethanol levels could affect engine performance and violate environmental regulations.
The investigation will involve sampling fuel from multiple petrol stations across Karnataka and coordinating with the Central Pollution Control Board. The government has urged consumers to report any suspicious fuel quality and assured that corrective measures will be taken swiftly.