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GST roll out from Jul 1, govt scotches rumours of deferment

Kashmir Times. Dated: 6/13/2017 11:51:51 PM

NEW DELHI, Jun 13(Agencies): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) – the nation’s biggest tax reform since independence — is on track for scheduled implementation from July 1, a top Government official said today, scotching rumours of a delay.
“The rumours about GST implementation being delayed are false. Please do not be misled by it,” Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia said in a Twitter post today.
The GST — a unified tax structure across a wide range of goods and services that will replace various taxes levied by the Centre and state Governments — is scheduled for roll out from July 1.
The finance ministry in a statement said preparations are in full swing for a smooth implementation from the scheduled date.