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The Government of India has stated that the benefits of the GST rate rationalisation announced in the 56th GST Council meeting are being successfully passed on to consumers, as per ongoing monitoring by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). The clarification was issued by Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary in response to a question in the Lok Sabha. CBIC Monitoring Prices of Key Goods After GST Rate Cuts Following the GST rate reductions effective 22 Septem
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FAQ :
Yes, the Government of India, through the CBIC, has confirmed that the benefits of the GST rate rationalisation are being successfully passed on to consumers.
The CBIC is monitoring the prices of important commodities, including packaged foods and medicines, to ensure consumers receive the full benefit of the GST rate reductions.
The CBIC has held meetings with trade associations and issued revised pricing orders. Pharmaceutical manufacturers have been directed to revise MRPs, and advisories have been issued for unsold stocks.
Consumers can register complaints through the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) or the INGRAM grievance portal. A Nodal Officer has been appointed by the CBIC to coordinate responses to these complaints.
The GST rate reductions came into effect on 22 September 2025.
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