MoS Finance alleys traders' fears over GTS rollout

Chennai: Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal today sought to allay the fears of traders on implementation of the Goods and Services Tax.

He was participating in a conference organised by the Institute of Cost Accountants of India here. The issues raised by the textile and automobile industry would be discussed during the next round of GST Council scheduled to be held on July 18, he said.

On steps taken to provide GST in rural areas, he said GST Suvidha Providers would be set up in those areas which lack basic infrastructure. GST Suvidha Providers are set up to provide convenient mode to taxpayers and other stakeholders. The Suvidha Provider are selected by GST Network.