GST Panel Upheld 18% Tax on EV Charging at Public Stations

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The GST Fitment Committee has upheld the 18% GST on EV charging services at public stations, rejecting industry calls for exemption. While electricity supply is GST-exempt, charging services involve more than just electricity, including facilities and additional services. The Karnataka AAR's ruling confirms that charging EVs constitutes a taxable service, maintaining the current GST rate.

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