Karnataka alleges oil firms sold petrol above 20% ethanol limit
In short
Karnataka said tests found petrol with more ethanol than allowed. The reported results went as high as 31.2%, above the 20% limit, and included samples from HPCL, BPCL, Nayara, Shell and IOCL.
It also raises questions about compliance with petrol blending rules in the state.
What the reporting says
Karnataka said oil companies sold petrol with ethanol content above the 20% limit, after tests showed levels as high as 31.2% in samples collected in the state. The evidence cited included 27% in HPCL petrol, 26.5% in BPCL Speed petrol, 26.1% in Nayara petrol and 25.5% in Shell petrol. The complaint seeks action over the alleged breach and raises concerns for fuel quality compliance.
Why it matters
Karnataka has alleged that petrol sold by several oil companies contained ethanol above the 20% limit, based on sample results cited in the summary. The reported readings included 27% for HPCL petrol and 26.5% for BPCL Speed petrol, with other samples also above the limit. The issue affects fuel quality compliance and could trigger regulatory or legal action.