GST Implementation Boosts Indian States' Tax Revenue and Buoyancy, Report Finds
A report by India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) finds that since the 2017 implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), state tax revenues in India have grown at a compound annual rate of 9%, reaching 12.9 trillion by FY26. This growth outpaced the gross state domestic product (GSDP) expansion of 10.4% during the same period. The report attributes this to a simplified tax system, enhanced technology and compliance, and an expanded taxpayer base increasing from 6.7 million in 2017 to 16.5 million in 2026. Tax buoyancy improved significantly, with some states like Manipur and Nagaland showing particularly high responsiveness.
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thetelegraph broke this story on 30 Jul, 12:55 am. Other outlets followed.
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