Nitin Gadkari: Ethanol a small share of sons' business, attacks motivated
Union minister Nitin Gadkari denied personal gain from the ethanol blending program, calling allegations politically motivated.
Gadkari stated his sons' business has a small share in the ethanol sector and carries a debt of Rs 1,600 crore.
He emphasized his long-standing support for alternative fuels including ethanol, methanol, hydrogen, and electric vehicles to reduce pollution and import dependence.
Gadkari noted the ethanol blending program dates back to the Vajpayee government and was supported by the UPA administration.
He dismissed claims of engine damage from E20 fuel, citing that Maruti Suzuki has confirmed no impact and no complaints have been received.
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