Karnataka stands firm on ethanol row: Minister Rizwan Arshad says oil companies blended up to 31.2% in petrol, demands choice of E10, E20, E30 and pure petrol for consumers

Karnataka’s minister Rizwan Arshad has accused oil marketing companies of exceeding the legal ethanol blending limit in petrol. He claims that tested samples showed blending levels as high as 31.2%, which can damage vehicle engines. The minister stated that consumers should have clear options for fuel grades based on their vehicles’ compatibility. Arshad emphasized that proper sampling procedures were followed to gather evidence against these companies.