SIAM clarified that media reports on fuel quality issues were based on selective excerpts, emphasizing the need for further authentication of cited figures.
SIAM's clarification comes after recent media reports
Aug 05, 2026
02:05 pm
What's the storyThe Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has issued a clarification in response to recent media reports about the chloride and sulfur content in fuel.
The industry body said these reports were based on selective excerpts from one of its communications.
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