J Hansi: Minister of Sports Upendra Tiwari on Thursday departed by stating that 95% of people did not need gasoline in India, even though he then defended himself by claiming that he had been quoted from context.
Answering questions about the increase in inflation and fuel prices at a press conference in Orai, the Minister said, “The opposition does not have legitimate charges against our government.
If you compare per capita income before the Modi and Yogi government, you will find that it has more than two Fold.
There are only a few people in the community who move on four wheels and need gasoline; 95% have no requirements.
However, talking to TOI later, Tiwari said: “My statement has been twisted by the media section.
I want to say that in rural areas, people are more dependent on diesel vehicles and, therefore, the low demand for gasoline.
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