India achieved E20. But ethanol imports haven’t disappeared

Last Updated: Jul 16 2026 | 8:36 PM IST

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India has achieved its ambitious E20 petrol target, becoming the world's second-largest ethanol blender. But here's the surprising part: the country is still importing hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of ethanol every year. Why does India continue to import ethanol despite record domestic production? Who are the biggest suppliers? And what does this reveal about India's biofuel strategy? Watch the full video as Business Standard breaks down the numbers behind India's ethanol success story.

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