Nitin Gadkari calls Ethanol blending a step towards diversification of agricultural sector
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- ✓Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on October 1, 2026, that ethanol blending helps diversify the agricultural sector.
- ✓He noted that farmers will become energy producers instead of just food producers.
- ✓He also challenged claims about vehicle damage, saying, "All leading automobile brands have tried running their vehicles even on 100% ethanol."
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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday (October 1, 2026) said that Bihar is witnessing transformative growth backed by expanding infrastructure, improved connectivity, skilled human capital, and a strengthening investment ecosystem. He added that the State holds immense potential to emerge as a major hub for industry, enterprise and innovation.
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During the inaugural session of Rising Bihar Investor Summit 2026:The Emerging Investment Destination of India, organised in Patna, Mr. Gadkari asserted that a prosperous Bihar will play a vital role in realising our collective vision of a Viksit Bharat, powered by investment, employment and inclusive growth.
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