85% of fuel dispensing nozzles checked across petrol stations in Karnataka found to be defective
A recent inspection of 805 petrol stations in Karnataka, chosen because their fuel nozzle recalibration was completed within the past year, revealed that roughly 85% of the dispensing nozzles were defective. The audit highlights widespread issues with fuel dispensing equipment despite recent maintenance efforts, prompting concerns over compliance and consumer safety. Regulatory authorities are investigating the findings and may consider stricter oversight.