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- The Indian government has clarified that its E20 petrol policy, which blends 20 percent ethanol with petrol, is aimed primarily at reducing dependence on imported crude oil and strengthening energy security, not at lowering petrol prices.
- Ethanol is produced domestically from sugarcane, maize and other crops, and the government says this cuts import costs and shields the country from global crude price swings.
- It cites figures claiming the ethanol blending programme has replaced about 310 lakh metric tonnes of crude imports and saved over Rs 1.9 lakh crore in foreign exchange, with fuel prices rising only 5.6 percent in India since 2022 versus 20-40 percent in other countries.
- The government also says higher ethanol demand could give farmers a better market for their crops and support the rural economy.
What to watch next
- Whether the government addresses public concerns about E20 raised in Parliament and on the streets.
- Any further data released on crude import savings and fuel price trends under the blending programme.
- Impact of rising ethanol demand on crop prices and payments to farmers.
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