Event Details-
- Date: September 22, 2025
- Venue: Auditorium
- Number of students attended: 80
- Presenters: Kishan P, Divya Shree B, and Asvitha T Final year B.com Students
- Organized by: Mr. Harish G, Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce
- Presentation Overview
GST 2.0 was introduced by the Government of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, as part of a broader effort to simplify the tax structure, reduce compliance burdens, and promote economic growth
The presentation provided an in-depth look at the history of GST and the new reforms introduced in GST 2.0. Key highlights included:
– History of GST: The evolution and implementation of GST in India
– GST 2.0 Reforms: New changes and updates in the GST system, simplifying the tax structure into 5% and 18% slabs, with a special 40% slab for luxury and sin goods
– New GST Rates: Updates on the latest GST rates and their implications
– Daily Essentials:
– Hair oil, shampoo, toothpaste, and toilet soap: 5% (down from 12% or 18%)
– Butter, ghee, and cheese: 5% (down from 12%)
– UHT milk and pre-packaged paneer: 0% (down from 5%)
– Electronics and Appliances:
– Air conditioners, dishwashers, televisions, and monitors: 18% (down from 28%)
– Automobiles:
– Small cars and motorcycles: 18% (down from 28%)
– Luxury cars and SUVs: 40% (up from 28%)
Outcome: The presentation successfully informed final-year B.Com students about GST 2.0, enhancing their understanding of the topic.
