Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) Chairman initially suggested exploring E10 petrol options before retracting the statement amid industry confusion.
The discussion centers on whether the government will reintroduce high-octane E10 variants alongside the current E20 ethanol-blended fuel mandate.
Industry experts are now debating the logistical feasibility and potential impact on vehicle engine longevity if lower ethanol blends are reintroduced to the market.