Gadkari Dismisses Conflict-of-Interest Claims Over Ethanol Policy as Political

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has rejected allegations that he personally benefits from India's ethanol blending program. He described the conflict-of-interest charges as politically motivated and without merit. Gadkari acknowledged that his sons have a business stake in the ethanol sector but stressed it represents only a minor share. The minister defended the policy on its own merits, citing its role in cutting pollution and reducing India's dependence on fuel imports. He also noted that the ethanol blending initiative has historically received support from multiple governments.