Prime Minister welcomes GST Council’s recommendations for simpler, trust based tax administration

The Prime Minister welcomed the new round of GST reforms approved by the GST Council. He noted that the recommendations—which include the removal of arrest provisions, greater decriminalization, and simplified procedures—will positively impact taxpayers and businesses. According to the statements, the focus remains on faster decisions, lower compliance costs, automated refunds, and a trust-based tax administration aimed at making the GST regime more efficient, transparent, and citizen-friendly.