Trying to bring petrol, diesel under GST: Dharmendra Pradhan
Ministry is trying to bring petrol and diesel under the purview of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), said Union Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. "We are trying that petrol, diesel and kerosene should also come under the ambit of GST. We are hopeful that the GST Council will agree to it shortly," the Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister said. Responding to a query, the Dharmendra Pradhan said the spike in petrol rates in the international market has impacted the cost of the fuel in India. "Besides, the state governments too levy cess on petrol," he said. In an event in Indore, Pradhan rode a bicycle to aware people about the environment and to save fuel. Nearly 30,000 cyclists participated in the event said, The Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) and the Indore Cycling Association. On the occasion, Dharmendra Pradhan said cycling promotes healthy life and helps in conservation of energy. Pradhan said PCRA and ICA would shortly sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the promotion of cycling throughout the year in the city. People from various walks of life took part in different distant categories--ranging from 13 kms to 94 kms. -PTC News
