Supreme Court to hear lawsuit challenging India's mandated 20% ethanol-blended fuel use.

The Supreme Court will hear a lawsuit on September 1 challenging the mandated use of 20% Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP-20) in India. Advocate Akshay Malhotra claims that this fuel can damage engines in older and some newer vehicles, leading to higher repair costs and insurance claim denials. The lawsuit calls for the availability of ethanol-free petrol at all stations and clear labeling of ethanol content. It also seeks to inform consumers about their vehicle's compatibility with ethanol fuel.