India, July 21 -- The government on Monday told Parliament that it has taken no decision to increase the mandatory ethanol blending in petrol beyond 20%, saying any move towards higher blends would be preceded by detailed scientific studies and consultations with stakeholders.

Replying to a question in the Rajya Sabha on proposals to increase ethanol blending beyond 20% (E20), minister of state for petroleum and natural gas Suresh Gopi said: "So far, no decision has been taken by the Government for increasing ethanol blending with petrol beyond 20%."

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Gopi added that "any future decision regarding higher ethanol blends will be taken only after ...