States plan political battle over delayed allocation of GST compensation

Some of the states with non-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) governments believe the Centre is pushing them into a corner over delayed allocation of goods and services tax (GST) compensation cess, leaving them with little option but to fight the battle politically.

These states are planning to pass resolutions in their legislative assemblies; however, such tactics will be used as the last resort if the Centre continues to stall allocations.

Some of these states, particularly Chhattisgarh, also oppose a hike in GST rates, saying this would harm their interests and only benefit the Centre. “We will oppose the increase in GST rates. 

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