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Gujarat Traders Federation asks Modi to ease GST rules

The Gujarat Traders Federation on April 22 asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene for easing the rules and structure of the upcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST).

The federation reached out to Prime Minister Modi through a letter which pointed out various hindrances towards ease of doing business that will occur once the GST is implemented.

Instead of promised removal of check posts at state borders, government is starting mobile check post at every corner in the city, state and country. This is directly giving powers to inspectors and harassment and increasing tax terrorism,” they wrote.

The federation mentioned the common practice of loaning goods for a short period of time which are replaced shortly will no longer be hassle-free under the GST.

“Although it is not sale, it is supply. Creating e-way bills for such transactions will result in cross verification issues,” the letter added.

“Many shops have their warehouses situated away from their selling premises. Movement of goods from warehouse to shop will also require e-waybill. It will be absurd to do so.”

Source: Business Standard