The government has proposed mandatory Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blending for international flights from January 2027 under the draft National SAF Policy 2026. The proposed targets aim. India to mandate 1% SAF blending for international flights from 2027 amid delays in a national policy and carbon-credit framework. Airlines and oil marketing companies (OMCs) could also face penalties for failing to comply with the proposed SAF blending requirements, according to the draft seen.