Shivakumar backs ethanol-blending complaint in Karnataka petrol
In short
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said petrol sold in the state may have more ethanol mixed into it than the approved E20 limit. He said samples were taken from 67 places and an investigation is going on.
A minister is due to show evidence and documents on Monday. The issue matters because it could affect petrol quality in Karnataka.
What the reporting says
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar backed allegations of excessive ethanol blending in petrol sold in the state, saying the mix exceeds the approved E20 limit. He said samples were collected from 67 locations and an investigation was under way. Shivakumar also said a minister would present evidence and documents on Monday, as the row drew fresh political attention.
Why it matters
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar backed claims that petrol sold in the state has ethanol blending above the approved E20 limit. He said samples were collected from 67 locations and that an investigation was underway. Shivakumar said a minister would present evidence and documents on Monday. The issue is relevant to fuel consumers in Karnataka and to the state’s petrol market.