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Poonawalla accepts Gadkari dare on E20 petrol damage
India Today··10 Jul
Activist Tehseen Poonawalla accepted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's challenge to produce vehicle owners harmed by E20 ethanol-blended petrol, India Today reported on July 9. Gadkari had dared critics on July 7 to name one damaged car. Poonawalla said he has six non-political owners ready with evidence and sought a live-streamed meeting with the minister.
Prism
What It Means For You
- E20 petrol is now mandatory at pumps nationwide.
- Older E10-compatible cars may see marginal mileage changes.
- Vehicle owners can follow the public evidence challenge closely.
What's Happening
- Gadkari challenged critics to show one E20-damaged vehicle.
- Poonawalla says six owners are ready to present evidence.
- He sought a live-streamed meeting with the transport minister.
Ethanol Policy Debate
- Government promotes ethanol blending to reduce fuel imports.
- Critics allege damage reports and question policy transparency.
- Poonawalla claims Delhi Police discouraged a direct meeting.
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