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"WHAT ABOUT ARAI REPORT THAT SAYS E20 DAMAGES AUTO PARTS?" SIGNIFICANTLY, UNION MINISTER PURI DOESN'T DENY. Question: "The ARAI reportedly found... E20 could accelerate deterioration of certain fuel-system components... What exactly did the testing reveal and how were those concerns addressed? Many people are saying... perhaps the time has come that you compensate people... But this business of E20 eating into the fuel system..." Answer: Hardeep Singh Puri: "Let me answer that question to you frankly. The one conclusion that all the people I've talked to have said is that if you have a very old vehicle, then some of the plastic parts, particularly the gasket, which normally would be replaced after 50,000 km, you might have to change it after 30,000. Now the warranty issue comes in... the change after 30,000 km of a gasket, which normally would have to be changed after 50,000, it's such a small price."

"WHAT ABOUT ARAI REPORT THAT SAYS E20 DAMAGES AUTO PARTS?" SIGNIFICANTLY, UNION MINISTER PURI DOESN'T DENY. Question: "The ARAI reportedly found... E20 could accelerate deterioration of certain fuel-system components... What exactly did the testing reveal and how were those concerns addressed? Many people are saying... perhaps the time has come that you compensate people... But this business of E20 eating into the fuel system..." Answer: Hardeep Singh Puri: "Let me answer that question to you frankly. The one conclusion that all the people I've talked to have said is that if you have a very old vehicle, then some of the plastic parts, particularly the gasket, which normally would be replaced after 50,000 km, you might have to change it after 30,000. Now the warranty issue comes in... the change after 30,000 km of a gasket, which normally would have to be changed after 50,000, it's such a small price."

Rahul Shivshankar

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#SuperExclusive | We're not going to go lower from E20 down. It is a no one's interest. It's not in the interest of the driver. There are a couple of unemployed failed social activist who wish that to happen: Union Petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri Rahul Shivshankar | #TheHardFacts

#SuperExclusive | We're not going to go lower from E20 down. It is a no one's interest. It's not in the interest of the driver. There are a couple of unemployed failed social activist who wish that to happen: Union Petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri Rahul Shivshankar | #TheHardFacts

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#WATCH | Delhi: On ethanol, Maruti Suzuki India Corporate Affairs Senior Executive Officer, Rahul Bharti says, "In the previous few days, we have heard that there are some doubts on the usage of ethanol in cars. India mandated E20 from 2023 for material compliance, and before that it was E10. After 2023, both the cars and the fuel are mandated for E20. The cause of concern is what happens if E20 fuel is used in cars that have been manufactured and sold before 2023, which were primarily designed for E10?... We have sufficient factors of safety that ensure there is no problem in terms of wear and tear, corrosion, or damage to the life of the car or the parts that come in contact with the E20 fuel if E20 is used on cars that were produced and sold in India before 2023. As a manufacturer, we have tested E10 cars, which were prevalent before 2023, on E20 fuel for all parameters, and we have not found anything of concern..."

#WATCH | Delhi: On ethanol, Maruti Suzuki India Corporate Affairs Senior Executive Officer, Rahul Bharti says, "In the previous few days, we have heard that there are some doubts on the usage of ethanol in cars. India mandated E20 from 2023 for material compliance, and before that it was E10. After 2023, both the cars and the fuel are mandated for E20. The cause of concern is what happens if E20 fuel is used in cars that have been manufactured and sold before 2023, which were primarily designed for E10?... We have sufficient factors of safety that ensure there is no problem in terms of wear and tear, corrosion, or damage to the life of the car or the parts that come in contact with the E20 fuel if E20 is used on cars that were produced and sold in India before 2023. As a manufacturer, we have tested E10 cars, which were prevalent before 2023, on E20 fuel for all parameters, and we have not found anything of concern..."

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#Exclusive | Government says there is NO decision yet on E25 "We haven't talked about E25. We had gone to BIS for fixing standards. E25 is only being tested now. We haven't even decided on it. We will go towards E25, but after we've tested the vehicles, we have checked with all the consumer interest groups etc: Hardeep Singh Puri #E25 #Petrol #Ethanol | Rahul Shivshankar

#Exclusive | Government says there is NO decision yet on E25 "We haven't talked about E25. We had gone to BIS for fixing standards. E25 is only being tested now. We haven't even decided on it. We will go towards E25, but after we've tested the vehicles, we have checked with all the consumer interest groups etc: Hardeep Singh Puri #E25 #Petrol #Ethanol | Rahul Shivshankar

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Union Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has strongly defended E20 petrol, challenging critics to produce evidence of a single petrol vehicle corroded because of ethanol. "I challenge anyone to show me a single petrol vehicle that has been corroded because of ethanol. Please send a copy of the complaint to both the dealer and me," Gadkari said, responding to concerns around E20 fuel compatibility. Do you think E20 petrol is being unfairly blamed, or do consumers have genuine concerns? VC: Sudarshan News #E20 #NitinGadkari #Ethanol #PetrolCars

Union Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has strongly defended E20 petrol, challenging critics to produce evidence of a single petrol vehicle corroded because of ethanol. "I challenge anyone to show me a single petrol vehicle that has been corroded because of ethanol. Please send a copy of the complaint to both the dealer and me," Gadkari said, responding to concerns around E20 fuel compatibility. Do you think E20 petrol is being unfairly blamed, or do consumers have genuine concerns? VC: Sudarshan News #E20 #NitinGadkari #Ethanol #PetrolCars

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#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri says, "...There are 20 crore two-wheelers on the road and 20 lakh four-wheelers using this fuel. The automobile manufacturers, as well as the people who service these vehicles, all say there is no difficulty. Why this sudden interest? We have been using E15 (blend of 15% ethanol and 80% petrol) for the last three and a half years. We have been on E20 (blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol) since April of last year. From April 2025 to April 2026, it has already been one year, and we are now another five months beyond that. If someone is suggesting E25 (blend of 25% ethanol and 80% petrol), we have made it clear that we are conducting tests. Those tests will take time. Once the reports are available, we will evaluate them. Then we will discuss the findings with the stakeholders and the automobile manufacturers. After all, I neither manufacture the cars nor the fuel. The car manufacturers are comfortable with E20. Each one of them has made a statement to that effect. Consumers also appreciate the product. We have only begun the rollout of E85 (blend of 85% ethanol and 15% petrol), and that rollout will take some time because new petrol pumps and related infrastructure need to be put in place..."

#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri says, "...There are 20 crore two-wheelers on the road and 20 lakh four-wheelers using this fuel. The automobile manufacturers, as well as the people who service these vehicles, all say there is no difficulty. Why this sudden interest? We have been using E15 (blend of 15% ethanol and 80% petrol) for the last three and a half years. We have been on E20 (blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol) since April of last year. From April 2025 to April 2026, it has already been one year, and we are now another five months beyond that. If someone is suggesting E25 (blend of 25% ethanol and 80% petrol), we have made it clear that we are conducting tests. Those tests will take time. Once the reports are available, we will evaluate them. Then we will discuss the findings with the stakeholders and the automobile manufacturers. After all, I neither manufacture the cars nor the fuel. The car manufacturers are comfortable with E20. Each one of them has made a statement to that effect. Consumers also appreciate the product. We have only begun the rollout of E85 (blend of 85% ethanol and 15% petrol), and that rollout will take some time because new petrol pumps and related infrastructure need to be put in place..."

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Frankly Speaking with Hardeep Singh Puri What would you say to people who argue that if there's a 3–5% drop in mileage, then fuel should be 3–5% cheaper?: ＠Zakka_Jacob asks ＠HardeepSPuri That's exactly what you're getting...Today, India sells fuel at among the lowest retail prices in the world: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

Frankly Speaking with Hardeep Singh Puri What would you say to people who argue that if there's a 3–5% drop in mileage, then fuel should be 3–5% cheaper?: ＠Zakka_Jacob asks ＠HardeepSPuri That's exactly what you're getting...Today, India sells fuel at among the lowest retail prices in the world: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

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Yesterday, Kejriwal claimed citing mechanics that E20 petrol damages engines and fuel injectors. Here's what an actual mechanic says: E20 does not damage the engine or fuel injectors. Research also says same that at most, in older vehicles that are not E20-compatible, it may accelerate the deterioration of older rubber hoses, seals, or some plastic fuel system components if they are made from materials that are not ethanol-resistant. That's it, rest all are rumours E20 does not damage the engine or injectors.

Yesterday, Kejriwal claimed citing mechanics that E20 petrol damages engines and fuel injectors. Here's what an actual mechanic says: E20 does not damage the engine or fuel injectors. Research also says same that at most, in older vehicles that are not E20-compatible, it may accelerate the deterioration of older rubber hoses, seals, or some plastic fuel system components if they are made from materials that are not ethanol-resistant. That's it, rest all are rumours E20 does not damage the engine or injectors.

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#WATCH | Guwahati, Assam: Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi staged protest in the Assam assembly premises against Ethanol blend fuel He says, "By mixing 20% ethanol in petrol, they have ruined our car engines. Mileage has also reduced. The government is saying that this is an experiment. If it is an experiment, then try it in one or two vehicles. Why in the entire country? If you want to experiment further, then make a provision that for those who use normal petrol, it will be normal petrol and for those who use E20, it will be E-E20. And thirdly, you should look at the price, look at the price of petrol, 20% ethanol is mixed in it. Has the price of petrol reduced after this?..."

#WATCH | Guwahati, Assam: Raijor Dal MLA Akhil Gogoi staged protest in the Assam assembly premises against Ethanol blend fuel He says, "By mixing 20% ethanol in petrol, they have ruined our car engines. Mileage has also reduced. The government is saying that this is an experiment. If it is an experiment, then try it in one or two vehicles. Why in the entire country? If you want to experiment further, then make a provision that for those who use normal petrol, it will be normal petrol and for those who use E20, it will be E-E20. And thirdly, you should look at the price, look at the price of petrol, 20% ethanol is mixed in it. Has the price of petrol reduced after this?..."

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Shri Nitin Gadkari ji has just admitted that E20 blended petrol can harm your vehicles washers! Shri Hardeep Puri ji has said your gasket may have to be changed in 30,000 kms instead of 50,000. Are our vehicles their ministries ke "Baap ka Maal"! Till yesterday Nitin Gadkari ji was challenging us get one person just one who is affected by E20-blended petrol ? What if the vehicle has aged parents, young kids or a pregnant women or just you & it breaks down! What about the inconvenience? #EthanolScam

Shri Nitin Gadkari ji has just admitted that E20 blended petrol can harm your vehicles washers! Shri Hardeep Puri ji has said your gasket may have to be changed in 30,000 kms instead of 50,000. Are our vehicles their ministries ke "Baap ka Maal"! Till yesterday Nitin Gadkari ji was challenging us get one person just one who is affected by E20-blended petrol ? What if the vehicle has aged parents, young kids or a pregnant women or just you & it breaks down! What about the inconvenience? #EthanolScam

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All those who have suddenly “discovered” problems with their cars and fuel economy may be disappointed to revisit what the UPA itself was saying. The then UPA Petroleum Minister accused the NDA of ignoring the interests of sugarcane farmers and promised Parliament that his government would blend ethanol with petrol. He even urged people to drink less so that more ethanol could be diverted for fuel! So where were all these catastrophic claims about engines and mileage then? Funny how people’s cars never seemed to complain when ethanol blending was UPA policy, but suddenly develop “problems” when the same objective is being implemented today through a phased rollout. The policy isn’t new. Only the politics around it is.

All those who have suddenly “discovered” problems with their cars and fuel economy may be disappointed to revisit what the UPA itself was saying. The then UPA Petroleum Minister accused the NDA of ignoring the interests of sugarcane farmers and promised Parliament that his government would blend ethanol with petrol. He even urged people to drink less so that more ethanol could be diverted for fuel! So where were all these catastrophic claims about engines and mileage then? Funny how people’s cars never seemed to complain when ethanol blending was UPA policy, but suddenly develop “problems” when the same objective is being implemented today through a phased rollout. The policy isn’t new. Only the politics around it is.

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#WATCH | The Petroleum Dealers Association has urged the Centre to reconsider the rollout of E20 (20% ethanol-blended petrol), claiming the fuel is causing operational and customer-related challenges at fuel stations. Association President Sasanka Sekhar Sahu said many vehicles on Indian roads, including several BS6 models, were not originally designed for a 20% ethanol blend. He alleged that the fuel has led to complaints of clogged carburettors and other mechanical issues, with frustrated customers often confronting petrol pump owners despite dealers having no role in fuel policy. The Centre has been pushing the adoption of E20 fuel as part of its strategy to reduce crude oil imports, lower emissions and boost ethanol production. However, dealers have now called for a review of the policy, arguing that vehicle compatibility concerns need to be addressed. #E20 #Petrol #Fuel #Ethanol #Automobile #BS6 #India #BreakingNews #Moneycontrol

#WATCH | The Petroleum Dealers Association has urged the Centre to reconsider the rollout of E20 (20% ethanol-blended petrol), claiming the fuel is causing operational and customer-related challenges at fuel stations. Association President Sasanka Sekhar Sahu said many vehicles on Indian roads, including several BS6 models, were not originally designed for a 20% ethanol blend. He alleged that the fuel has led to complaints of clogged carburettors and other mechanical issues, with frustrated customers often confronting petrol pump owners despite dealers having no role in fuel policy. The Centre has been pushing the adoption of E20 fuel as part of its strategy to reduce crude oil imports, lower emissions and boost ethanol production. However, dealers have now called for a review of the policy, arguing that vehicle compatibility concerns need to be addressed. #E20 #Petrol #Fuel #Ethanol #Automobile #BS6 #India #BreakingNews #Moneycontrol

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Frankly Speaking with Hardeep Singh Puri What would you say to people who argue that if there's a 3–5% drop in mileage, then fuel should be 3–5% cheaper?: ＠Zakka_Jacob asks ＠HardeepSPuri That's exactly what you're getting...Today, India sells fuel at among the lowest retail prices in the world: Union Minister ＠HardeepSPuri

Frankly Speaking with Hardeep Singh Puri What would you say to people who argue that if there's a 3–5% drop in mileage, then fuel should be 3–5% cheaper?: ＠Zakka_Jacob asks ＠HardeepSPuri That's exactly what you're getting...Today, India sells fuel at among the lowest retail prices in the world: Union Minister ＠HardeepSPuri

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#WATCH | Bhubaneswar, Odisha: On concerns over ethanol-blended petrol, General Secretary, Utkal Petroleum Dealers’ Association, Sanjay Lath says, "... E20 fuel began to be supplied fully from October–November 2025, and from 1 April 2026 the government made it mandatory for private players and all oil companies to sell only E20. Since the notification, some people have raised psychological concerns, often posting on social media without evidence. At our own petrol pumps, none of the customers’ vehicles has shown any problems with E20. Those posting online also have no proof that E20 damages engines. Yes, three institutions produced reports on the long-term effects of E20, suggesting that older vehicles might experience problems, particularly on rubber parts. But there is no such proof of damage as of now." (04.07)

#WATCH | Bhubaneswar, Odisha: On concerns over ethanol-blended petrol, General Secretary, Utkal Petroleum Dealers’ Association, Sanjay Lath says, "... E20 fuel began to be supplied fully from October–November 2025, and from 1 April 2026 the government made it mandatory for private players and all oil companies to sell only E20. Since the notification, some people have raised psychological concerns, often posting on social media without evidence. At our own petrol pumps, none of the customers’ vehicles has shown any problems with E20. Those posting online also have no proof that E20 damages engines. Yes, three institutions produced reports on the long-term effects of E20, suggesting that older vehicles might experience problems, particularly on rubber parts. But there is no such proof of damage as of now." (04.07)

ANI

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WHY DENY CHOICE? WHY NOT ALLOW MOTORISTS TO USE E10, E0? PETROLEUM MINISTER HARDEEP PURI: "Choice has to be to something better."..."I have never heard of choice being asked for to go back into something which is more toxic." Rahul Shivshankar: But critics point to Brazil. Brazil gives a choice. Hardeep Singh Puri: Yes, Brazil gives a choice but between E27 and higher Segments. Not the other way round.

WHY DENY CHOICE? WHY NOT ALLOW MOTORISTS TO USE E10, E0? PETROLEUM MINISTER HARDEEP PURI: "Choice has to be to something better."..."I have never heard of choice being asked for to go back into something which is more toxic." Rahul Shivshankar: But critics point to Brazil. Brazil gives a choice. Hardeep Singh Puri: Yes, Brazil gives a choice but between E27 and higher Segments. Not the other way round.

Rahul Shivshankar

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#WATCH | Now, with your permission, I would like to take up another subject. Over the past few days, many of you must have seen the controversy on social media regarding biofuel blending. For those of you who have worked with me and know me, I always welcome criticism. If you feel there is any shortcoming in the work we are doing, please point it out. We will listen to your views, consider your suggestions, incorporate them into our work, and make the necessary corrections. But these two claims that have been circulating are completely misleading. The first is that using ethanol will lead to insect infestation. The second is that using ethanol will damage the engine, cause it to fail, or ruin the fuel pump: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG

#WATCH | Now, with your permission, I would like to take up another subject. Over the past few days, many of you must have seen the controversy on social media regarding biofuel blending. For those of you who have worked with me and know me, I always welcome criticism. If you feel there is any shortcoming in the work we are doing, please point it out. We will listen to your views, consider your suggestions, incorporate them into our work, and make the necessary corrections. But these two claims that have been circulating are completely misleading. The first is that using ethanol will lead to insect infestation. The second is that using ethanol will damage the engine, cause it to fail, or ruin the fuel pump: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG

DD News

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#WATCH | Delhi: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, says, "Our biofuel blending programme is doing exceptionally well. Some of you may have heard about E20 and some people trying to create controversy around it. Every day, something like 6 to 7 crore customers go to petrol pumps. If there is contamination, it can take place in anything. Contamination can take place in the food you eat, the air you breathe, kerosene, diesel, or anything else...In all the testing, they collected samples from 2,000 petrol stations a day. They found four cases out of 107,000 petrol pumps, with 6 to 7 crore people visiting every day. So obviously, someone out there is trying to place some things out of context..."

#WATCH | Delhi: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, says, "Our biofuel blending programme is doing exceptionally well. Some of you may have heard about E20 and some people trying to create controversy around it. Every day, something like 6 to 7 crore customers go to petrol pumps. If there is contamination, it can take place in anything. Contamination can take place in the food you eat, the air you breathe, kerosene, diesel, or anything else...In all the testing, they collected samples from 2,000 petrol stations a day. They found four cases out of 107,000 petrol pumps, with 6 to 7 crore people visiting every day. So obviously, someone out there is trying to place some things out of context..."

ANI

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Did Mercedes-Benz India lied publicly or manipulated the press statement slyly to avoid legal. If the BSVI cars are E20 compatible,(i.e. from 2020) then why do Mercedes Benz car manual of pre 2023 states that only to fill E10 petrol and categorically mentions that even " Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system, the engine and the emission control system". Any clarifications Mercedes-Benz Hey BMW how are you doing fellas? #amitkilhor #kilhor #mercedesbenz #bmw #ethanol

Did Mercedes-Benz India lied publicly or manipulated the press statement slyly to avoid legal. If the BSVI cars are E20 compatible,(i.e. from 2020) then why do Mercedes Benz car manual of pre 2023 states that only to fill E10 petrol and categorically mentions that even " Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system, the engine and the emission control system". Any clarifications Mercedes-Benz Hey BMW how are you doing fellas? #amitkilhor #kilhor #mercedesbenz #bmw #ethanol

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#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says, "The Cabinet had decided to build a 4 million metric tonne Strategic Petroleum Reserve in Chandikhol, Odisha. Implementation of that project was delayed due to several reasons. Last year in 2025, an agreement was reached under the leadership of Union Minister Hardeep Puri and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, and I have written a letter to the Chief Minister and Union Minister Hardeep Puri to implement it soon. Considering the current situation, if we start work on building the Strategic Petroleum Reserve soon, it will be a big step in the country's oil reserves for the security of the country..."

#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says, "The Cabinet had decided to build a 4 million metric tonne Strategic Petroleum Reserve in Chandikhol, Odisha. Implementation of that project was delayed due to several reasons. Last year in 2025, an agreement was reached under the leadership of Union Minister Hardeep Puri and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, and I have written a letter to the Chief Minister and Union Minister Hardeep Puri to implement it soon. Considering the current situation, if we start work on building the Strategic Petroleum Reserve soon, it will be a big step in the country's oil reserves for the security of the country..."

ANI

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Tehseen Poonawalla is absolutely right & must be supported by everyone univocally on this issue. If you don’t support him, you risk your valuable vehicles which are at risk now. The forced E20 ethanol blending policy has become a textbook case of conflict of interest, lack of transparency, and disregard for the common citizen. How people of India are being treated as Guinea pigs for trials and how their only precious asset a 2,3 or 4 wheeler is risked is appalling, brazen and shames less and that to benefit Mr Gadkari’s son 😡 While Union Minister Nitin Gadkari aggressively pushes mandatory E20 — claiming it helps farmers and cuts imports — his own sons reportedly have direct business interests in ethanol distilleries that have seen massive revenue surges. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri defends it by comparing our daily drivers to racing cars and downplays mileage drops, engine wear, and the complete absence of consumer choice. This is unacceptable. Citizens have every right to choose between E20 and regular petrol. Old cars, new cars, bikes — all are being forced into an untested rollout without proper public disclosure of ARAI reports or impact studies. When policy benefits connected businesses while harming vehicle owners and wallets, accountability must follow. Let’s take a note of the fact that ICICI Lombard has refused to settle claims for issues related to vehicle damages in this context. Tehseen’s demand is fully justified — Nitin Gadkari and Hardeep Singh Puri must be sacked, without further delay. The people of India deserve transparency, choice, and ministers who put the nation before family business interests. Tehseen Poonawalla Official 🇮🇳 #EthanolScam #E20Petrol #SackGadkari #ConsumerRights #MyCarMyChoice

Tehseen Poonawalla is absolutely right & must be supported by everyone univocally on this issue. If you don’t support him, you risk your valuable vehicles which are at risk now. The forced E20 ethanol blending policy has become a textbook case of conflict of interest, lack of transparency, and disregard for the common citizen. How people of India are being treated as Guinea pigs for trials and how their only precious asset a 2,3 or 4 wheeler is risked is appalling, brazen and shames less and that to benefit Mr Gadkari’s son 😡 While Union Minister Nitin Gadkari aggressively pushes mandatory E20 — claiming it helps farmers and cuts imports — his own sons reportedly have direct business interests in ethanol distilleries that have seen massive revenue surges. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri defends it by comparing our daily drivers to racing cars and downplays mileage drops, engine wear, and the complete absence of consumer choice. This is unacceptable. Citizens have every right to choose between E20 and regular petrol. Old cars, new cars, bikes — all are being forced into an untested rollout without proper public disclosure of ARAI reports or impact studies. When policy benefits connected businesses while harming vehicle owners and wallets, accountability must follow. Let’s take a note of the fact that ICICI Lombard has refused to settle claims for issues related to vehicle damages in this context. Tehseen’s demand is fully justified — Nitin Gadkari and Hardeep Singh Puri must be sacked, without further delay. The people of India deserve transparency, choice, and ministers who put the nation before family business interests. Tehseen Poonawalla Official 🇮🇳 #EthanolScam #E20Petrol #SackGadkari #ConsumerRights #MyCarMyChoice

Pragnya Gupta

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