
GST Hindrance in India's Waste Management: A Call for Tax Reforms
Published on: Aug. 12, 2025, 7:03 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
A study from the Centre for Science and Environment highlights the 18% GST on waste categories as a barrier to sustainable solid waste management in India, leading to hefty revenue losses. The informal sector's dominance results in significant GST revenue losses, urging the need for tax reforms.