Kejriwal demands for removal of GST on pre-packaged, labeled food

18 Jul 2022 , 02:35 PM

Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of Delhi, urged the Centre to remove the Goods and Services Tax (GST) it recently imposed on pre-packaged and labeled food goods on Monday.

“The cost of food has grown as a result of the Center putting GST on them, which is contributing to a sharp price increase across the board. I urge that the Center remove it “Kejriwal told journalists.

On Monday, a 5% GST rate went into effect for pre-packaged and labeled foods including cereals, lentils, and flour that weigh less than 25 kg. According to Kejriwal, Delhi is the only state in the nation offering residents respite from rising prices by providing them with free access to transportation, water, electricity, health care, and other necessities.

GST “would apply on such specified commodities if the pre-packaged commodity is provided in packaging with a quantity of less than or equal to 25 kilos,” according to the Union Finance Ministry.