PIONEER NEWS SERVICE/ Dehradun
A programme to celebrate GST Day -2025 was organised here on Tuesday. The theme of the programme this year was, ‘GST – Simplifying Taxes: Empowering Citizens,’ and highlights GST’s pivotal role in India’s economic growth, inclusive policies, and the vision of a self-reliant India.
The programme was inaugurated by the principal commissioner, GST, Shubh Chintan. In his keynote address, Chintan highlighted the achievements of GST over the past eight years. He noted that GST has not only simplified and made the tax system transparent but also strengthened the country’s economic framework. He said that over 1.4 crore registered taxpayers are now part of the GST system. Digital initiatives like e-invoicing and e-way bills have elevated tax compliance transparency to new heights. The tax base has seen a consistent growth, and a 12-13 per cent increase in revenue collection has further propelled India’s economic progress.
Representatives from the fraternities of trade and industry Pankaj Gupta, Rajeev Agarwal, and chartered accountants Mayank Agarwal and Ajay Khatter also shared their experiences, emphasizing GST’s benefits, particularly the ease of doing business and digital compliance.
A cultural performance was also organised on the occasion. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by assistant commissioner Rajendra Choudhary.
The event was attended by all officers and staff of the GST commissionerate, representatives from trade and industry, and others.
