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TN govt to take action against those charging rates beyond specified GST

The state FM said action will be taken if extra rates are charged for commodities exempted from GST

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Tamil Nadu Finance Minister D Jayakumar speaking with mediapersons after holding talks. Photo: ANI

Press Trust of India Chennai
Tamil Nadu government on Monday warned of "stern action" against those charging rates beyond the stipulated GST.

"If anybody charges rates beyond GST, stern action will be taken against them," Finance Minister D Jayakumar told reporters here.

He said action will also be taken if additional rates were charged for commodities exempted from the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

A complaint cell has been formed with state Commercial Taxes department for this purpose and people can inform the government on any GST related issues in this regard, he said.

Jayakumar also sought the people's cooperation in the matter.

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First Published: Jul 03 2017 | 3:25 PM IST

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