Entry of E25 amidst the debate of E20! The quantity of Ethanol will increase in the country, know which vehicle owners’ tension will increase?

Business Desk – After the implementation of E20 petrol in the country, now the central government is preparing to move forward in the direction of E25 petrol. However, this time the government does not want to take any decision in haste. The government is first assessing what effect the current E20 petrol is having on the engine, mileage and performance of the vehicles. Based on this report and feedback received from the industry, the final decision on implementing E25 petrol will be taken.

According to government sources, before increasing the ethanol content in petrol to 25 percent, continuous discussions are being held with automobile companies, oil companies and technical experts. The government believes that before implementing any new fuel, it is necessary to fully evaluate its advantages and potential disadvantages.

Refineries ready, awaiting government approval

The government and private oil refineries of the country are almost completely ready for the supply of E25 petrol. Necessary infrastructure for this has also been developed. However, the sale of E25 petrol will start only when the central government gives its formal approval. Officials say that technical preparations are complete, but the final decision will be taken at the government level.

The government has already started preparations

The government has also started preparations for E25 petrol at the policy level. New Indian standards for E22, E25, E27 and E30 petrol were released in May 2025. Apart from this, the scope of exemption in Central Excise Duty for fuel with high ethanol blend was also increased. It is believed that these steps are part of the government’s strategy towards implementing E25 in the future.

Why are questions being raised regarding E20?

The discussion on E25 is taking place at a time when the debate on E20 petrol is also going on. Some experts and vehicle owners have claimed that increasing the amount of ethanol may reduce mileage and may affect some parts of old vehicles. During a recent hearing in the court, Attorney General of India R. Venkataramani had reportedly described E20 as an “experiment” and said its actual impact would become clear with time.

However, the Central Government has rejected these apprehensions and said that things like damage to the engine due to E20 have not been scientifically proven. Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has also appealed to the people to trust scientific facts instead of rumours.

Will you have to convert your car for E25?

Experts in the automobile and fuel sector believe that when E25 petrol is implemented, vehicle companies may have to make re-calibration of engines, fuel systems and some other technical changes. This will ensure that vehicles can perform safely and better even with 25 percent ethanol blended fuel.

How much can it affect mileage?

According to the Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association, the use of E20 petrol can reduce the mileage by about 3 to 7 percent depending on the vehicle type and engine. However, due to modern technology in new and E20-ready engines, this effect can be reduced to a great extent.

What does this mean for common people?

If E25 petrol is implemented in future, it will increase ethanol blending in the country, reduce dependence on crude oil imports and increase the demand for ethanol purchased from farmers. However, this time the government wants to ensure that the new fuel does not cause any technical or financial problems to the vehicle owners. This is why the final decision on E25 petrol will be taken only after extensive testing and consultation with all parties.