Ashoka Attributes Karnataka Mileage Drop to Potholes, Not Ethanol

Ashoka blames pothole-ridden Karnataka roads for declining vehicle mileage, rejecting ethanol accusations. He cites BMTC bus speed dropping from 18 to 11 km/h as proof potholes increase fuel consumption, not fuel quality. He questions government testing fairness, noting manufacturers have not complained and no court cases exist. He also argues the issue serves political diversion while benefiting revenue motives publicly.