Aizawl, Aug. 3 -- Defending the Centre's ethanol-blended petrol policy amid ongoing public debate, BJP Mizoram leader Zonuntluanga on Monday said the initiative was a carefully planned economic measure aimed at strengthening India's long-term energy security and reducing dependence on imported fuel.
Addressing a political session organised by the BJP Mizoram unit at its state office here, the BJP Aizawl district president said the Narendra Modi-led government had introduced ethanol blending after extensive deliberation, keeping the country's economic interests in mind.
"The Central government introduced ethanol blending after giving it serious thought and keeping India's economy in mind. Countries like Brazil have already adopted ethanol ...