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Indian Army Inducts Bio-Diesel Into Fuel Supply, First Consignment Flagged in Delhi

The move aligns with the National Biofuel Policy through a partnership with BPCL to bolster long-term energy resilience.

Overview

  • Vice Chief of the Army Staff Lt Gen Pushpendra Pal Singh received the first bio-diesel consignment at a New Delhi ceremony.
  • The launch featured senior Army leadership alongside BPCL marketing director Shubhankar Sen.
  • The induction marks the start of a broader transition to cleaner fuels intended to cut emissions and enhance energy security.
  • The rollout coincided with the 265th Corps Day of the Army Service Corps.
  • Officials noted recent green mobility steps, including Armed Forces adoption of E‑20 petrol from December 1, 2025, as BPCL described bio-diesel as a renewable, biodegradable diesel substitute made from non‑edible oils, used cooking oil, and animal fat.