Ramdas Athawale calls for probe into ethanol-blended fuel vehicle damage

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale has called for a government investigation into reports of vehicle damage allegedly caused by ethanol-blended fuel. While the promotion of ethanol production was intended to benefit farmers by providing higher economic returns than sugar production, recent complaints suggest the fuel may be harming vehicles.

Athawale emphasized the need for a scientific and technical study to determine the exact cause of these malfunctions and to identify which specific vehicles are affected. He stated that if the investigation proves ethanol is causing damage, the government should consider appropriate measures, including potential restrictions on its use.