Arvind Kejriwal Slams Govt over Ethanol Policy, Calls It 'Dictatorship'

Arvind Kejriwal slams govt over ethanol policy, calls it 'Dictatorship'

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal says, "I watched an interview of Hardeep Puri on 2-3 channels. He was issuing some clarifications over the ethanol matter. He clearly said that no choice would be given to people...I would like to tell the PM that such arrogance is not good. This is dictatorship. When crores of people are raising their voices against it, it is the duty of a responsible Govt to listen to it. Listen to the people, this is not …

Hardeep Puri defends E20 petrol, questions timing of debate over ethanol-blended fuel

New Delhi: Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has defended the use of ethanol-blended petrol, questioning the recent surge in criticism of higher ethanol blends and noting that E20 fuel has been available in India for nearly two years. In a post on social media, Puri said the timing of the debate over ethanol-blended fuel warranted attention, pointing out that India imports more than 85% of its crude oil and accounts for aroun…

Minister Hardeep Puri defends E20 fuel, cites scientific testing - OrissaPOST

New Delhi: Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has rejected criticism of ethanol-blended fuel, asserting that E20 petrol is scientifically tested, safe for vehicles and central to India’s push for energy self-reliance, while alleging that a misinformation campaign had intensified after the rollout of E85-compatible vehicles. In a post on X, the minister said India has been using E15 fuel since April 2023, E19 since April …

"Deliberate Fearmongering": Hardeep Puri To NDTV On E20 Row

Petroleum Minister told NDTV that the E20 backlash mirrors last year's manufactured LPG panic, and insisted India's biofuel push has saved Rs 1.9 …