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Ethanol boom faces reality check as surplus capacity clouds green fuel roadmap

India's ethanol production capacity now significantly outstrips demand, leading to over 50% excess capacity. This surplus challenges the green fuel program's viability, impacting farmers and investors, as distilleries operate at low utilization rates. Future growth hinges on exploring diesel blending and flex-fuel vehicle adoption, though policy clarity remains elusive.

22 Feb 2026 3:46 pm