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BJP MP Criticizes Ethanol Blending, Says 'Will Pure Petrol Come From Your Father's House?'
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 10:07 AM
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A BJP Member of Parliament responded sharply to critics of ethanol blending, asking whether pure petrol could come from a father’s house and noting that India still has a long way to go in the sector.
During a parliamentary session, a BJP MP took a hard line against those questioning the ethanol blending policy. "Will pure petrol come from your father’s house?" he asked, implying that the idea of achieving fuel purity through home-grown solutions was unrealistic.
The MP went on to state that India has a long way to go in meeting its ethanol blending targets, highlighting the challenges the country faces in scaling up production and distribution.
His remarks came amid growing concerns over the impact of ethanol on fuel prices and the overall energy mix. The debate reflects the broader policy discussions on how to balance environmental goals with consumer affordability.
The MP’s comments were met with mixed reactions, with some lawmakers supporting the push for higher ethanol usage while others warned of potential price hikes for motorists.
The MP went on to state that India has a long way to go in meeting its ethanol blending targets, highlighting the challenges the country faces in scaling up production and distribution.
His remarks came amid growing concerns over the impact of ethanol on fuel prices and the overall energy mix. The debate reflects the broader policy discussions on how to balance environmental goals with consumer affordability.
The MP’s comments were met with mixed reactions, with some lawmakers supporting the push for higher ethanol usage while others warned of potential price hikes for motorists.