Noida : The recent amendments made by the GST Council reflect a strong pro-people and pro-farmer approach. The “Next Generation GST Reform” announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the Red Fort on Independence Day has now begun to take shape. This reform has not only provided relief to the common man but has also infused new energy into traders and the industrial sector.
The revised rates have made essential goods cheaper, positively impacting household budgets. At the same time, traders and businesses are gaining new competitive opportunities. Globally, India’s reform is being appreciated as a model of growth and stability.
Big Relief for Farmers
The biggest benefit of the GST rate cut has been passed to India’s farmers. A 35 HP tractor that earlier cost around ₹6.5 lakh will now be available for about ₹6.09 lakh — a direct saving of ₹41,000. Similarly, there will be a saving of ₹45,000 on a 45 HP tractor, ₹53,000 on a 50 HP tractor, and nearly ₹63,000 on a 75 HP tractor.
Farm equipment has also become cheaper:
Power tiller – ₹12,000 cheaper
Rice transplanter – ₹15,000 cheaper
Pressure pump – ₹14,000 cheaper
Power weeder and seed drill – savings between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000
Major harvesting and sowing machinery, including cutter bars, square balers, straw reapers, mulchers, super seeders, and sprayers, is also now available at reduced prices. With tax reductions on sprinklers, drip irrigation systems, hydraulic pumps, and agricultural parts, even small and marginal farmers can now afford modern equipment. This will lower cultivation costs, save time, and increase productivity, leading directly to higher farmer income.
Boost to Regional and Traditional Industries
The GST rate cuts have also strengthened India’s traditional and local industries across states:
Jammu & Kashmir – Relief for horticulture, walnut, cherry, and saffron industries.
Himachal Pradesh – Kangra tea, Kullu shawls, and Kangra paintings now under 5% GST.
Uttarakhand – Tejpatta (bay leaf), Munsyari rajma, and Nainital litchi to benefit.
Jharkhand – Sohrai–Khovar paintings, Dhokra art, and tussar silk get relief.
Tamil Nadu – Tax cut for textiles and traditional handicrafts.
Chhattisgarh – Bastar iron craft, Dhokra art, and Champa silk sarees are now under 5% GST.
Kerala – Cardamom, Malabar pepper, Wayanad coffee, and coir products at 5%.
Andhra Pradesh – Guntur chillies, Tirupati laddus, and Kondapalli toys get cheaper.
Karnataka – Kodagu oranges, Mysore silk, and Channapatna toys made affordable.
Maharashtra – Kolhapuri chappals, Paithani sarees, Warli paintings, Nagpur oranges, and Alphonso mangoes now under 5% GST.
Punjab & Haryana – Phulkari, dairy products, spices, and farm machinery get tax relief.
Uttar Pradesh – Sports goods, handloom, and leather industries gain competitiveness.
Gujarat – Textile and diamond sectors receive major boosts, expected to enhance exports and create new jobs.
Strengthening Industry and Self-Reliance
In Maharashtra, the automobile and food processing sectors have gained new momentum, while states like Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana have become more attractive for investors. The move aligns with Prime Minister Modi’s “Make in India” and “Vocal for Local” vision.
This extensive GST reduction reaffirms the government’s commitment to “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” (Collective Effort, Inclusive Growth). With this reform, India is set to celebrate a truly self-reliant Diwali — a festival of prosperity powered by Swadeshi (indigenous) products, symbolizing the idea that “the nation’s progress lies in the happiness of every citizen.”