Arvind Kejriwal urges PM to rollback of E20 fuel programme

AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to roll back the E20 ethanol-blended fuel program. He cites concerns regarding reduced vehicle mileage and potential damage to engines, calling for a limited-scale experiment before full implementation.
Why it matters
The policy directly impacts millions of vehicle owners and the national automotive industry, raising questions about the balance between environmental goals and consumer vehicle performance.
AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Friday (July 3 2026) said he would write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging him to roll back the 20% ethanol-blended petrol (E20) programme , alleging that it adversely affects vehicle mileage and has raised public concerns.
The article reports on a political statement by an opposition leader while providing context on the government's stance and the technical concerns raised.
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