'Bad idea': SJM fumes at proposed 35% GST on 'sin goods', fears uptick in smuggling

Other bodies like All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation have raised concerns on the recommendations of the GoM on GST rate rationalisation

NEW DELHI: Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) has dubbed the proposal to introduce 35 per cent GST on "sin goods", like aerated beverages and tobacco products as a "bad idea" as it would lead to smuggling and loss of revenue for the country.

Besides, other bodies like All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation (AICPDF) and Indian Sellers Collective - an umbrella body of trade associations and sellers across the country - have raised concerns on the recommendations of the Group of Ministers (GoM) on the GST rate rationalisation.