‘If E20 petrol damages vehicles, replace the parts for free’:Government orders companies; Gadkari admits it reduces mileage

Companies will replace parts for free if vehicles are damaged by 20% ethanol mix petrol. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari told The Indian Express that the government has directed companies to replace parts of old vehicles (pre-2023) affected by E20 fuel without any extra charge. He completely dismissed reports on social media about vehicles being damaged or harmed by E20 fuel, calling it an exaggerated false narrative. However, he acknowledged that mileage may decrease in older vehicles. Rubber washers will be replaced free during servicing Gadkari said that in older cars going for servicing, washers were previously made of metal, whereas now they are being made of rubber. We have given strict instructions to companies to replace these washers during servicing without charging customers any extra fee. News circulating on social media is fabricated and false Gadkari completely rejected the claims that ethanol damages vehicles. He challenged saying, “Show me even one car that has been damaged due to E20 fuel or has suffered any harm. Whatever is being circulated on social media is a false narrative prepared as part of a well-thought-out strategy. Till now, not a single car has been found that has stopped working due to this E20 petrol.” 5 key points from Gadkari’s statement Why is E20 Petrol Being Opposed in India? In India, this mixture of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol (E20) is facing opposition. Especially owners of petrol vehicles manufactured before 2023 are worried. They claim that this fuel is reducing vehicle mileage, maintenance costs have increased, and engine parts are deteriorating quickly. Kejriwal targets Centre on E-20 petrol policy Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener and former Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP government regarding the Central Government’s ‘E-20 Petrol’ policy. Kejriwal said in clear words that the government is forcibly imposing E-20 petrol on the entire country. Despite massive public opposition, the government is adamant on its stubbornness and is continuously spreading bundles of lies. ​