Centre Rules Out Compensation to States for GST Rate Cuts, Says FM Sitharaman



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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that the Centre will not provide compensation to states for revenue losses resulting from recent GST rate cuts. She explained that the impact of any revenue shortfall will be shared equally between the Centre and the states, as the revenue sharing model means both are significantly affected. The Minister also highlighted that the new GST 2.0 reforms, set to boost the economy, aim to close loopholes and prevent misuse of the tax system.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday firmly ruled out any compensation to states for potential revenue losses from the latest round ofGST rate cuts, stressing that the impact will be shared equally between the Centre and states. Addressing a discussion on GST in Kolkata, Sitharaman said opposition-led states had voiced concerns during theGST Council meeting about possible revenue shortfalls due to rate rationalisation. In response, she clarified that there is "no donor-donee re
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FAQ :

No, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has firmly ruled out compensation to states for potential revenue losses from GST rate cuts.

The impact will be shared equally between the Centre and the states, as both are significantly affected by revenue shortfalls.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified that there is 'no donor-donee relationship' within the GST Council, emphasising equality.

The GST 2.0 reforms are expected to inject Rs 2 lakh crore into the economy, boosting demand across sectors and benefiting the Indian population.

The new reforms are designed to plug loopholes and address issues like misclassification and misuse that have led to revenue leakage.




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