Arvind Kejriwal Criticises Centre Over Ethanol Policy and Sugar Prices
· India · Times of India, Hindustan Times, Indian Express
AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal has intensified his criticism of the Centre’s E20 fuel policy, linking the diversion of sugarcane for ethanol production to rising domestic sugar prices. Kejriwal alleged that the government’s push to reduce crude oil imports by using sugarcane for ethanol has created a domestic sugar shortage, necessitating potential imports. He further accused the government of suppressing public dissent regarding E20 fuel by deleting social media content and filing FIRs against critics. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has defended the E20 policy, stating that the fuel has undergone extensive testing and validation. The government is reportedly considering measures such as limited sugar imports and stockholding limits to manage supply ahead of the festival season.
Why it matters
The debate over ethanol-blended fuel directly affects vehicle compatibility for Indian consumers and impacts the availability and pricing of essential commodities like sugar.
Read the original report — Times of India
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