Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:24pm on 05 Jul 2026,Sunday India
Motorists staged the first public protest against India's E20 fuel mandate at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar, alleging the ethanol-blending policy has caused engine problems, reduced mileage and expensive repairs. Participants claimed E20 petrol led to stalled engines, choked fuel systems and declining vehicle performance, echoing concerns previously raised on social media. Entrepreneur Tehseen Poonawalla and his advocacy group, Team Bharat, led the demonstration, arguing that the nationwide rollout was implemented too quickly without adequately addressing consumer concerns. Protesters urged the government to review the policy and investigate the alleged impact on vehicles, saying they possessed evidence linking E20 fuel to mechanical issues experienced by motorists. (PC: India Today)
