Claims about sugarcane juice directly mixed with petrol, car engine absorbing water because of ethanol “misleading, unsubstantiated”: Petroleum Ministry
The Indian Petroleum Ministry has dismissed social media claims that ethanol-blended petrol absorbs water or contains sugarcane juice. The ministry clarified that ethanol blending undergoes rigorous industrial testing and safety protocols.
Why it matters
Addressing misinformation regarding fuel quality is critical for maintaining public trust in government energy policies and automotive safety standards.
Claims about ethanol-blended petrol absorbing water into the fuel tank and sugarcane juice being directly mixed with petrol are “misleading” and “unsubstantiated”, the Union Petroleum Ministry said in a statement issued Tuesday (June 23, 2026) evening.
The article reports on an official government statement, providing a platform for the ministry to debunk viral misinformation.
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