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In a recent announcement, the Finance Ministry reported a notable increase in GST (Goods and Services Tax) revenue collection for the month of October 2023. This collection reached Rs 1.72 lakh crore, marking a 13% YoY growth, and stands as the second-highest ever recorded, following April 2023.

Factors Driving the Surge

The robust GST collections in October 2023 reflect positive economic dynamics and the effective measures taken to ensure compliance and curb evasion.

Several factors contributed to this substantial increase in GST collections. These include:

Economic Momentum: The economy’s positive momentum played a significant role in boosting GST collections, indicating robust economic activity.

Efforts to Curb Evasion: Ongoing efforts by tax authorities to prevent tax evasion have helped in bolstering revenue collection, ensuring compliance.

Festive Demand: Festive season demand for various goods and services led to heightened consumer spending and increased tax collection.

Comparative Figures, YoY Growth

The highest-ever GST revenue collection was observed in April 2023, amounting to Rs 1.87 lakh crore. September 2023 saw collections at Rs 1.63 lakh crore, further highlighting the positive trend in GST revenue.

The Goods & Services Tax (GST) collection for May 2023 surged to Rs 1.57 lakh crore, marking a 12% annual increase.