India to exceed E20 ethanol blending target, flex-fuel vehicles in pipeline

India is on track to surpass its E20 ethanol blending target, according to a senior aide to the Prime Minister. The government plans to introduce flex-fuel vehicles capable of running on higher ethanol blends as part of its energy strategy. A key objective of this push is reducing the country's reliance on imported crude oil. Authorities are also exploring the use of biofuels in diesel engines to broaden the application of alternative fuels. Ethanol producers have been encouraged to diversify into compressed biogas and other sustainable products to support long-term energy goals.