Modi requests Tamil Nadu, 6 other states to reduce tax on fuel

During a meeting with state chief ministers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi requested Tamil Nadu and 6 other states to reduce excise duty on fuel prices.

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Updated:27th Apr, 2022 at 1:55 PM

Chennai: "Centre reduced the excise duty on fuel prices last November and also requested states to reduce tax. I am not criticizing anyone but request Maharashtra, West Bengal, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Jharkhand, TN to reduce VAT now and give benefits to people," Modi said during the meeting.

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Modi requests Tamil Nadu, 6 other states to reduce tax on fuel

During a meeting with state chief ministers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi requested Tamil Nadu and 6 other states to reduce excise duty on fuel prices.

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