Archive · 18 Sep 2025
Oil Minister Assures Help for E20 Fuel Insurance Claims
Imagine a special gasoline called E20, mixed with ethanol.
Some people worried their car insurance wouldn't cover damage if they used it.
The Oil Minister says E20 is safe.
He wants people to know if insurance companies deny claims because of E20, they should reach out to the government for help.
The government also states that the fuel mix is beneficial for the environment and helps the economy.
Oil Minister states E20 fuel is safe for vehicles.
Minister advises contacting the government if insurance claims related to E20 are denied.
Government reiterates that using E20 fuel has no impact on vehicle insurance.
Oil marketing companies (OMCs) and others refuted the negative campaign on E20 fuel.
Ethanol blending saved over ₹1.44 lakh crore in foreign exchange since 2014.
- Who
- Hardeep Singh Puri, Oil Minister; OMCs, Automakers, ARAI
- What
- Minister addressed concerns about E20 fuel and insurance claims, emphasizing E20 is safe.
- When
- Published September 18, 2025
- Where
- PAFI forum, India
- Why
- To address public concerns and ensure vehicle owners are supported regarding E20 fuel use.
Consumer Concerns
Government Stance
Insurance Claims
Consumer Concerns
Potential for insurance denials related to E20.
Government Stance
Government assures support for those denied claims.
Vehicle Safety
Consumer Concerns
Questions about the effect of E20 on vehicle's.
Government Stance
E20 is safe to use.
- Fuel Type
- E20 (ethanol-blended petrol)
- Government Position
- E20 is safe for vehicles
- Insurance Claim Issue
- Concerns over claim denials related to E20
- Minister's Assurance
- Contact government if denied insurance claim
- Savings from Ethanol Blending
- ₹1.44 lakh crore in foreign exchange
- Oil & Gas Import Growth
- Growing at 3x global average
