Congress leader Jairam Ramesh calls E20 policy anti-people demands immediate review
- Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday demanded an immediate review of the E20 policy, calling it anti-people.
- Ramesh said 25 lakh tonnes of sugarcane diverted to ethanol pushed sugar prices from Rs 48 to Rs 67 per kg.
- Rice and maize flour prices rose 16% and 11%, with petrol prices not falling despite lower crude oil prices.
- The Congress Working Committee flagged concerns over reduced mileage, vehicle damage and fuel contamination risks.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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