What lies beyond India’s E20 push
The E20 blend’s promised savings were offset by lower mileage, with consumers spending an estimated ₹88,234 cr. extra over the last three years; its benefits for emissions and forex savings are uncertain, as higher fuel consumption can raise emissions while diverting crops to ethanol can affect food security and exports
· 9/16/2026, 5:41:01 PM· 2 min read
The E20 blend’s promised savings were offset by lower mileage, with consumers spending an estimated ₹88,234 cr. extra over the last three years; its benefits for emissions and forex savings are uncertain, as higher fuel consumption can raise emissions while diverting crops to ethanol can affect food security and exports
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