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Navratri sales in 2025 have hit their highest in a decade, spurred by recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts, government officials said. The tax rationalisation on 375 items reduced prices across a range of goods, incentivising consumers to upgrade purchases from white goods to vehicles-and stimulating a sharp rise in consumption amid the Navratri festival. Officials noted that by easing the tax burden, the government effectively encouraged confident spending. Retail and brand outlets reporte
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FAQ :
Navratri sales have hit a 10-year high primarily because of recent cuts to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on 375 items, which has lowered prices and encouraged consumer spending.
Retail and brand outlets reported sales growth ranging from 25% to 100% compared to the same festival period last year.
The automotive sector saw a significant boost, with Maruti Suzuki receiving around 3.5 lakh bookings and projecting 2 lakh car deliveries during Navratri, a substantial increase from 85,000 units last year.
Yes, GST collections in September 2025, based on August transactions, grew by 9% year-on-year, marking the fastest growth in four months.
The surge in sales provides early validation for the recent tax policy changes, demonstrating how targeted fiscal incentives can stimulate demand-led growth, particularly in the retail and automotive sectors.
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