Gadkari’s ‘open challenge’ regarding petrol cars: “Show me even one car that has been damaged by ethanol.”

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari is known for his outspoken statements. Once again he has put a complete stop to all the ongoing speculations regarding Ethanol Blended Petrol. Giving an open challenge to the country’s vehicle owners and critics, Gadkari said that the issue of ethanol damaging the engine is just a myth. He bluntly said that if anyone shows even one petrol vehicle which has been damaged due to ethanol, then he is ready to reconsider his point. This statement is a big answer for those who were continuously raising questions on the ‘green fuel’ policy of the government.

What is the common belief about ethanol?

There is often a discussion among car owners that adulteration of ethanol in petrol reduces the lifespan of the engine or damages its parts. Clearing this misconception, Nitin Gadkari clarified that ethanol is a high quality fuel. The government has not only tested it but also made it as per global standards. The Minister stressed that in many developed countries of the world, ethanol is being used in high percentage for a long time and the vehicle engines there are completely safe. The main objective of ethanol is not only to reduce pollution but also to eliminate India’s dependence on imported oil.

How will the country benefit from ethanol?

According to Gadkari, the ethanol policy is not just a technological change but an economic revolution. India imports crude oil worth thousands of crores of rupees from abroad every year. Ethanol is being produced from sugarcane and grains by the farmers of India. Our farmers are directly benefiting from this and the country’s valuable foreign exchange reserves are also being saved. He argues that when ethanol is cheap, eco-friendly and available in the country, there is no solid basis left to oppose it. The government aims to further increase the blending of ethanol in petrol in the coming time, so that India can move rapidly towards green mobility.

Minister’s direct answer to those spreading confusion

Nitin Gadkari also slammed those people who are spreading negativity about ethanol on social media without any technical knowledge. He clarified that the government, in collaboration with automobile companies, has made changes in the design of the engines so that they can become flex-fuel compatible. This challenge of Gadkari not only boosts confidence, but also indicates that India’s automobile sector is now fully geared towards ‘sustainable energy’. If you are also confused about ‘Ethanol Blended Petrol’ at the petrol pump, then the government’s claim is a relief news that your car is completely safe.