News India Xtra@newsIndiaxtraKarnataka CM D K Shivakumar says the BJP should first address concerns over ethanol in petrol before protesting price hikes. He claims the blend has hurt mileage and damaged engines.
The state says E20 samples from seven districts had up to 31 per cent ethanol, above the 20 per cent limit. Shivakumar wants the Centre to probe the fuel's source and quality, and says he is not blaming pump operators.
Meanwhile, the BJP staged a Bengaluru protest against rising prices. State chief B Y Vijayendra warned it could reach panchayat level if the hikes are not withdrawn.
