India’s next-gen GST reforms have simplified taxation with a uniform 5 per cent rate and resolved the inverted duty structure.
However, garments priced above ₹2,500 now face 18 per cent GST, making premium apparel, artisan-made ethnic wear, and wedding attire costlier.
Industry bodies warn this will hurt affordability, promote grey market activity, and urge a review of price-based slabs for garments.India’s next-gen GST reforms have simplified taxation with a uniform 5 per cent rate and resolved the inverted duty structure.
However, garments priced above ₹2,500 now face 18 per cent GST, making premium apparel, artisan-made ethnic wear, and wedding attire costlier.
Industry bodies warn this will hurt affordability, promote grey market activity, and urge a review of price-based slabs for garments.
