India Seeks To Quell Public Backlash On Ethanol Mixed Fuel After Experiment Remark

India's government is facing a growing backlash over its mandatory E20 ethanol-blended petrol policy. Motorists are protesting lower fuel efficiency and vehicle performance issues, amplified by the Attorney General's recent description of the policy as an "experiment." While the government denies rushing the rollout and highlights environmental and economic benefits, public anger is mounting, with planned protests and widespread complaints on social media detailing car damage and increased costs.

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