Archive · 30 Sep 2025
Gadkari Addresses Ethanol Controversy, Blames Import Lobby
Imagine a minister, Mr. Gadkari, who is in charge of roads and highways.
He's been accused of some things related to mixing ethanol (a type of alcohol) with gasoline.
Mr. Gadkari says these accusations are coming from people who import fuel because his policies hurt their business.
He says his goal is to promote ethanol, help farmers, and reduce pollution.
Mr. Gadkari's son's company, CIAN Agro Industries, has seen a big jump in profits and revenue.
The minister believes the criticisms are politically motivated and that he is being targeted because of his policies.
He is focusing on his work rather than responding to the allegations.
Nitin Gadkari dismissed criticisms about ethanol blending.
Gadkari blamed the criticism on a powerful import lobby.
His policy aims to promote ethanol and reduce pollution.
Gadkari's son's company, CIAN Agro Industries, saw significant financial growth.
The minister stated he has not taken any money from contractors.
- Who
- Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways
- What
- Dismissed allegations regarding ethanol blending, blaming an import lobby.
- When
- September 30
- Where
- Nagpur
- Why
- Gadkari stated his policy hurt those with vested interests in fuel imports.
- Politician
- Nitin Gadkari
- Position
- Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways
- Controversy
- Allegations related to ethanol blending
- Accusation
- Import lobby behind criticisms
- Company Involved
- CIAN Agro Industries (Nikhil Gadkari's company)
- CIAN Agro Revenue (Q1 FY24)
- Rs 17.47 crore
- CIAN Agro Revenue (Q1 FY26)
- Rs 510.8 crore