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The Lok Sabha has successfully passed the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in India's indirect tax structure for 'sin goods'. The legislation is a direct response to the planned expiry of the GST Compensation Cess on tobacco products, which, if allowed to lapse without replacement, would have led to a substantial reduction in the overall tax burden and price of cigarettes and related products. The core objective of the bill is to reintroduce and significantly hike
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FAQ :
The bill was passed to reintroduce and increase Central Excise Duty on tobacco products, replacing the expiring GST Compensation Cess and ensuring high tax levels are maintained.
The primary goal is to protect tax revenue streams and uphold public health policies by keeping tobacco products expensive and discouraging consumption.
Specific duties for various tobacco products, including unmanufactured tobacco, chewing tobacco, filter cigarettes, cigars, and smoking mixtures, will see significant increases.
Yes, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed that the revenue collected will be shared with states, with 41% devolved back to them as per the 15th Finance Commission's recommendations.
Concerns have been raised by critics regarding potential harm to tobacco farmers' livelihoods and the possibility of an increase in illicit tobacco trade due to the steep duty hikes.
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