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  1. E20 petrol use does not lead to insurance claim rejection.
  2. Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas dispels all E20 rumours.
  3. Government confirms E20 petrol causes no widespread engine damage.

E20 Petrol Row: Several rumours are flying around about E20 petrol. A section of people are wondering whether using E20 petrol can lead to an insurance claim rejection. The answer is no. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, insurance claims cannot be rejected for using E20 petrol.

Claims Of Insurance Claim Rejection Are False

This clarification comes after the BJP recently shared a post on X, urging customers to "use E20 without any worry." It stated that the claim that using E20 petrol will result in insurance claim rejection is completely false and that no insurance claim can be rejected solely based on using E20.

"Use E20 without any worries! The claim that using E20 petrol will lead to insurance claim rejections is completely false. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has clarified that no insurance claim can be rejected solely based on using E20. Adopt E20, steer clear of rumours, and contribute to building a clean, self-reliant India," the post read.

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The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas had previously issued a detailed press release to dispel several misconceptions related to ethanol-blended petrol, including claims related to insurance, engine failure, and fuel quality.

Claims Of Widespread Engine Damage From E20 Petrol Are Untrue: Government

The government asserted that concerns that E20 fuel could invalidate vehicle insurance policies were investigated and found to be untrue. The government also rejected claims that ethanol-blended petrol causes widespread engine damage or attracts insects. The government stated that such claims have no scientific basis.

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Ethanol Blending Program Scientifically Proven: Government

According to the government, the ethanol blending program is scientifically proven and is implemented in consultation with oil marketing companies, vehicle manufacturers, and fuel testing agencies. The Ministry stated that since the introduction of E20 petrol in 2023, there have been no widespread reports of engine damage or vehicle breakdowns due to ethanol blending.

The Ministry said the ethanol used for fuel blending is produced through established industrial processes and meets stringent quality standards before being mixed with petrol.

(With Jagran.com inputs)


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