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Government Orders Monthly Price Checks, Puts E‑Commerce On Notice Over GST Pass‑Through

The move aims to verify that tax reductions under the new two‑slab GST are showing up in consumer prices.

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The price reports on 54 items will have details of the commodity, brand and maximum retail price. (PTI)

Overview

  • Field officers must file brand‑wise MRP reports for 54 commonly used items every month for six months, with the first report due today.
  • Nearly 3,000 complaints alleging misleading discounts and unfair pricing after the rate cuts have been logged and sent to the CBIC for follow‑up.
  • The Consumer Affairs Ministry is using AI and chatbot tools to track patterns in complaints and may consider class action if issues cluster by sector.
  • E‑commerce marketplaces have been informally warned over prices not reflecting GST cuts, with operators citing technical glitches as officials keep a close watch.
  • Authorities have signaled a short transition period but say the CCPA can pursue unfair trade practice cases if benefits are not passed on.