- Akhilesh Yadav cited CEA Ananta Nageswaran’s reported remarks on E20 and questioned the government’s position on the fuel; “Who is right: the government or the adviser?” Mr. Yadav asked.
- The former Chief Minister shared a picture citing Mr. Nageswaran's reported remarks and questioned the government's position on the fuel. "E20 petrol is damaging vehicles. The sale of E10 petrol should start again for old two-wheelers," read the picture.
- The SP president said motorists whose vehicles had allegedly developed problems after using E20 were "being forced to seek assistance", while the government maintained that there was no issue with the fuel and advisers were cautioning about its impact on vehicles.
- Calling E20 a "double-edged sword", Mr. Yadav said it was imposing a "double burden" on people in the form of expensive petrol as well as higher vehicle maintenance costs.
- The move has triggered concerns among some vehicle owners, with motorists reporting reduced engine performance and apprehensions about damage to fuel lines and other components.
Akhilesh Yadav has voiced strong opposition to the Indian government's E20 petrol initiative, questioning its safety and economic implications for vehicle owners. He cited CEA Ananta Nageswaran's remarks, asking, “Who is right: the government or the adviser?” Yadav's concerns stem from reports of vehicle damage linked to E20 usage.1
The former Chief Minister highlighted that motorists have faced issues after using E20, stating they are “being forced to seek assistance” for their vehicles. Despite the government's assurances that E20 is safe, Yadav emphasized the need for a return to E10 petrol, particularly for older two-wheelers, which he claims are more susceptible to damage.
Yadav described E20 as a “double-edged sword”, arguing that it imposes a “double burden” on consumers through higher fuel prices and increased maintenance costs. The Centre introduced E20, a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol, to reduce emissions and reliance on crude oil imports. However, the rollout has raised alarms among vehicle owners, with many reporting reduced engine performance and fears of damage to fuel lines and components.5
As E20 becomes the only petrol variant available by April 2026, the debate over its impact on vehicle safety and costs continues to intensify, with Yadav leading the charge for reconsideration of the policy.
“Yadav highlighted that motorists are facing issues with E20, claiming they are "being forced to seek assistance" for vehicle problems. He described E20 as a "double-edged sword," imposing both higher fuel costs and increased maintenance expenses on consumers.”
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