‘Will pure petrol come from your father's house?’: BJP MP on ethanol blending
BJP MP Janardan Mishra has defended the Indian government's ethanol-blending policy, dismissing criticism from those who oppose the use of blended fuel. He cited Brazil's successful use of high-ethanol fuel and argued that the policy is necessary due to India's high dependence on imported crude oil.
Why it matters
The policy is a key component of India's energy security strategy to reduce oil import bills and promote domestic agricultural output.
BHOPAL: BJP MP from Rewa, Janardan Mishra, has defended the Centre’s ethanol-blending policy amid the ongoing controversy over the use of ethanol in petrol.Speaking at an event to inaugurate new flight services connecting Rewa with Bhopal and Kolkata on Sunday, Mishra questioned those opposing the policy and asked, “Will pure petrol come from your father's house?”Mishra said India produces only about 20% of the crude oil it consumes, while the remaining 80% is imported.He also referred to the global geopolitical situation and claimed that ships transporting oil to India have to travel an additional distance of approximately 18,000 km.“In such a situation, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi talks about blending 20 per cent ethanol in petrol, some people start protesting.”He was referring to protests and criticism over the government's target of blending ethanol with petrol.“A movement is underway claiming that ethanol won't work, pure petrol will.
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