Congress workers detained while protesting E20 fuel outside Gadkari's residence: Watch
Congress workers and AAP leaders are protesting the Indian government's E20 ethanol-blended fuel policy, citing concerns over vehicle damage and reduced mileage. Protesters allege the policy is unviable and influenced by external political pressure.
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The protest reflects growing public and political opposition to environmental fuel mandates in India, highlighting tensions between policy goals and consumer experience.
NEW DELHI: Police on Monday detained Congress workers protesting against the Centre's ethanol-blended fuel policy outside Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's residence in Nagpur."We condemn E20 being imposed on us. We will continue to fight," said youth congress leader Mehul Adwani.The protest march began at Chitnavis Park Square in Mahal and proceeded towards Gadkari's private residence in the same locality, with Youth Congress workers raising slogans against the use of E20 ethanol-blended fuel, calling it unviable.A heavy police presence was deployed near the Union minister's residence, with barricades erected along the route.
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