Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry

Official X account of the Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry. Sharing updates, notifications, and information related to GST and other taxation.

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

🧵 Next-Gen GST Reform – Sewing Machines Now More Affordable! 🧵

The needle of progress just moved towards savings!
GST on sewing machines has been reduced from 12% to just 5%, making it easier for tailors, entrepreneurs, and households to stitch their dreams together.

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

GST Bachath Utsav – Big Relief on Medicines

Good health shouldn’t come at a high cost! Under GST 2.0, tax on medicines has been reduced from 12% to 5% or NIL, citizens save up to 7–12% on essential healthcare.

✅ Affordable treatment
✅ A healthier India, a wealthier India 🇮🇳

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Good news for travelers
From 22 Sept 2025 hotel rooms with a tariff of ₹7,500 or less per night will now attract only 5% GST down from the earlier 12 % rate

✔ More affordable stays at budget & mid-market hotels
✔ A reduction in cost of ~7% or up to ~₹525 for a ₹7,500 stay

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Your daily essentials just got lighter on your pocket
Under GST Bachat Utsav, the GST on soaps, shampoos, shaving creams, and hair oils has been reduced from 18% to 5%
Smart savings every day with GST 2.0!

#GSTBachatUtsav #GST2_0 #CTDPuducherry #GovernmentOfIndia #DailySavings

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Save big this season!

Under GST Bachat Utsav, enjoy savings of around ₹2800 on your favourite AC brands.
Smart comfort meets smart savings with GST 2.0! 💰
#GSTBachatUtsav #GST2_0 #CTDPuducherry #GovernmentOfIndia #TaxSavings #SmartLiving #CoolSavings

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Enjoy health and savings together.!

Under GST 2.0, plant-based milks like almond, soya, and coconut milk are now taxed at just 5% GST.
Eco-friendly, tasty, and pocket-friendly
#GSTBachatUtsav #GST2_0 #PlantBasedMilk #CTDPuducherry #GovernmentOfIndia #HealthyLiving #EcoFriendly

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

GST Bachat Utsav – Empowering Farmers, Enriching Harvests
Good news for our hardworking farmers!
Now save around ₹40,000 on tractors up to 1800cc under the GST 2.0 savings initiative.
Bigger savings mean better harvests and a stronger rural economy.

#GSTBachatUtsav

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

GST Bachat Utsav – Ride Smart, Save More!
Your favorite 2-wheeler just got more affordable!
Save around ₹8000 on bikes and scooters up to 350cc.
Now, enjoy the joy of riding with GST 2.0 savings — making every journey lighter on your pocket and greener for the economy!

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

🎉 GST Bachat Utsav – Smarter Savings for Smarter Choices
Now enjoy Smart TVs at smarter prices with GST savings up to ₹3500
Upgrade your home entertainment while saving more with GST 2.0.
#GSTBachatUtsav #SmartSavings #GSTIndia #CTDPuducherry #DigitalIndia #TaxReforms

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

In a step towards reducing the cost of essential & commonly consumed items, the Government of India has approved reduction in GST rates for GST 2.0.

✅ Paneer: Reduced from 5% to 0%
✅ Ghee, Cheese & Butter: Reduced from 12% to 5%
✅ Chocolate & Ice Cream: Reduced from 18% to 5%

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Good news for car buyers!
GST on small cars has been reduced from 28% to just 18%!
Now you can save up to ₹70,000 on your dream car and make this festive season even more special for your family.

#GSTSavings #CTDPuducherry #GovernmentOfIndia #Puducherry #NextGenGSTReforms

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

5% / NIL GST on your favourite grocery items like instant noodles, namkeens, chocolates, coffee, butter, and ghee.

#GSTBachatUtsav #SaveWithGST #CTDPuducherry #GovernmentOfIndia #GroceriesSavings #Puducherry #SmartShopping #TaxAwareness #nextgengstreforms

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Check out the new GST rates - now lower on essentials, education, healthcare, agriculture and more!

The #NextGenGSTReforms bring real savings and greater ease of living to every household in Puducherry.

#GSTSavings #NextGenGST #EaseOfLiving #Puducherry

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Positive Growth Indicators for #Puducherry

The recent restructuring of Goods and Services Tax (#GST 2.0) has revitalised consumer activity, with Puducherry witnessing a notable rise in the sale of commercial vehicles and #FMCG products.

#NextGenGSTReforms #GSTReforms2025

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Need GST Assistance in #puducherry ?
Help Desk Number: 1800 425 1717
WhatsApp (for complaints): 73977 17723
Official Website: https://t.co/yjc1Sc5RNs

#GSTHelpdesk #Puducherry #CommercialTaxesDept #NextGenGSTReforms

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Hon’ble Minister Thiru K. Lakshminarayanan and Chief Secretary Thiru Sharat Chauhan shared insights on the transformative potential of #GST 2.0 in driving equitable growth and promoting Indian enterprise.
#GSTReforms2025 #GSTBachatUtsav 2/n

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Glimpses from the recent discussion on “GST Reforms for the Next Generation of Service Delivery” organised by the Commercial Taxes Dept., Puducherry. 1/n

#NextGenGSTReforms #GoodGovernance #Puducherry

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Extensive #GST cuts for education!

Many stationery items - pencils, crayons, notebooks, maps, charts & more - are now 0% GST under the #NextGenGSTReforms

Making learning affordable, accessible & empowering every student.

#GSTBachatUtsav2025 #EducationForAll #GSTReforms2025

[Commercial Taxes Department, Govt. of Puducherry @CTDPuducherry]

Historic #Diwali Gift for the Nation!

Next-Gen GST Reforms for Ease of Living and to build an #AatmanirbharBharat

Visit https://t.co/4k2lTJrXm5

#GSTReform #EaseOfLiving #Diwali2025