Delhi’s Education Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday led a Gratitude March in Posangipur Market, Janakpuri, to spread awareness among traders, customers, and residents about the GST reforms. Many traders and local citizens of Posangipur Market actively participated in this march. The objective was to connect directly with people and convey that this historic decision would not only benefit traders and consumers but also elevate India’s economy to new heights. The GST reforms came into effect on 20th September.
The Minister personally visited several shops in the market, interacted with traders and explained in detail how these reforms would directly benefit both businessmen and consumers. Many traders and citizens warmly welcomed these reforms. Sood told people that “Modi ji has given Delhiites the gift of Diwali before the festival.” He emphasised that adopting a simplified GST structure with significant rate cuts is a new milestone in India’s taxation journey. He added that Delhi’s economy will gain fresh momentum, job opportunities will rise, and taxation will become even more transparent.
Speaking on the occasion, Sood said that Tax has come down, and purchasing goods has become easier. This will not only boost sales for shopkeepers but also benefit customers. He highlighted that Delhi being a city of middle-class families, service professionals, small traders, and business owners, will particularly gain from this reform. It will ease people’s lives, put more money in their pockets, and enhance trade, thereby strengthening the overall economy.
From Karol Bagh’s automobile and apparel markets to Sadar Bazar and Khari Baoli’s wholesale trade, Chawri Bazar’s paper hub and the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk, the impact will be widespread. At the same time, lower rates on mass-consumption goods and essential services will directly reduce costs for families across the State.