India's ethanol program achieves blending targets and energy security goals. However, it shifts land use from food crops to maize production. This change pressures food prices and increases imports of edible oils and pulses. Consumers face reduced mileage for fuel and potentially higher costs. Policy should promote diverse clean mobility options and consumer choice.

Industry participants said the country is considering exporting ethanol to neighbouring countries, including Nepal, Bangladesh, and Indonesia, which have 10% ethanol blending…

India’s ethanol push boosts energy security and farm incomes, but consumers remain unconvinced amid mileage and price concerns.