Arvind Kejriwal to Protest Against E20 Petrol Near PM’s Residence on August 4
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has announced plans to lead a march to the Prime Minister’s residence on August 4. Speaking at the 'National Townhall Against E20,' Kejriwal voiced his opposition to the government's E20 petrol policy, which involves blending 20% ethanol with gasoline. The protest aims to highlight concerns regarding the impact of this fuel transition on vehicle owners and the broader economy. This demonstration marks a significant escalation in the Aam Aadmi Party’s criticism of the central government’s environmental and energy policies, framing the fuel shift as a burden on the common citizen.
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