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'Propaganda against E20 was a paid campaign': Nitin Gadkari as govt paves way for E100 fuel
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What Happened?
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari claims the backlash against E20 fuel was a paid campaign. The government has now allowed flex-fuel vehicles to use up to 100% ethanol.
Key points
- Gadkari stated that criticism of E20 intensified three months ago but has since faded.
- The government amended rules to permit vehicles running on up to 100% ethanol.
- Concerns over E20 included reduced mileage and compatibility with older vehicles.
- The attorney general referred to E20 as an 'experiment' during a Supreme Court hearing.
- Studies indicate E20 does not significantly damage engine components.
Key insights
- The backlash against E20 may have been influenced by external interests.
- Flex-fuel vehicles could lead to a significant shift in India's fuel consumption patterns.
- The clarification regarding the attorney general's comments may help ease public concerns.
Why it matters
The government's push for ethanol could reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels.
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Source
Times of India
