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High Ethanol Mix in Petrol Raises Concerns for Bengaluru Drivers

High Ethanol Mix in Petrol Raises Concerns for Bengaluru Drivers
Image: TV9 Kannada

Concerns have arisen among vehicle owners regarding the ethanol mixture in petrol dispensed at petrol pumps. Officials reported that samples from various districts showed ethanol levels exceeding the stipulated 20%. Minister Rijwan Arshad stated that the high ethanol mix is damaging vehicle engines, leading to increased repair costs for owners. He demanded that petrol pumps must mandatorily display the ethanol mixture percentage and that a special fund be established for damages caused by E20 fuel.

Originally reported by TV9 Kannada Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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