India, Sept. 2 -- The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petition filed against the rollout of 20 per cent ethanol-blended petrol (E20) without giving choice to consumers to opt for ethanol-free fuel. A Bench of Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran passed the order after the Government opposed the plea, questioning the credentials of the petitioner and claiming that E20 fuel benefits sugarcane farmers.

"Dismissed," the Court said, rejecting the plea. The petition was filed by advocate Akshay Malhotra and argued by Senior Advocate Shadan Farasat.

According to the petitioner, vehicles manufactured in India before April 2023 are not compatible with ethanol mixed petrol and vehicles ...