Supreme Court Refuses Direct Intervention on Petrol Ethanol Disclosure
What Happened
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a PIL seeking mandatory disclosure of the exact ethanol percentage in petrol at fuel stations. The petitioner had sought labels on fuel nozzles and invoices showing ethanol content, but the court directed him to approach the appropriate High Court or competent authority instead.
Key Takeaways
The court did not rule on the merits of ethanol labelling but declined to hear the matter directly under Article 32. The case highlights the ongoing debate over consumer awareness and transparency as India expands its E20 fuel blending programme to reduce oil imports and boost energy security.