India plans to mandate isobutanol-diesel blending this year, aiming to enhance energy security and reduce carbon emissions, according to the Ministry of Road Transport.
BPCL has started research on this blending process
May 30, 2026
01:31 pm
What's the storyIndia is considering mandating the blending of isobutanol with diesel, a move aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy security.
The announcement was made by V Umashankar, Secretary of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, during a CII summit on Friday.
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