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Ethanol blending helped India save nearly Rs 1.67 lakh crore in foreign exchange and replace around 283 lakh metric tonnes of crude oil.

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What
Ethanol blending helped India save nearly Rs 1.67 lakh crore in foreign exchange and replace around 283 lakh metric tonnes of crude oil.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:19:54 GMT · 2h 36m ago
Where
India ·
Why
The ethanol blending initiative was implemented to reduce India's exposure to global crude oil price volatility, strengthen energy security, and support rural incomes.
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India's ethanol blending program has yielded substantial economic and environmental benefits, but its future expansion faces hurdles like reliance on specific inputs, limited flex-fuel vehicle adoption, and infrastructure not designed for multi-grade fuel distribution. Overcoming these challenges will be crucial for India to deepen its energy security and reduce its reliance on crude oil imports.

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