PM in Mann Ki Baat: GST has transformed the economy

July 30, 2017 11:17

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation through his radio programme Mann Ki Baat. Excerpts:

- Monsoon is enjoyable but this season also leads to floods. We are doing everything to help in relief and rehabilitation. A 24x7 control room helpline number 1078 is functioning continuously to deal with the flood situation.

- Like always, I seek ideas and suggestions from people. This time, I have got lot of calls and letters on GST (goods and services tax).

- It has been one month since GST was implemented and its benefits can be seen already. I feel very happy when a poor person writes to say how because of GST prices of various items essential for him have come down.

- GST has transformed the economy. GST is more than just a tax reform! It ushers in a new culture.

- Successful rollout of GST is a case study. It is also an example of cooperative federalism. All decisions taken by both Centre and states.

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