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CM Vijay’s govt criticised over GST mop‑up, investment loss to Andhra Pradesh
✍️ India Today
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 05:01 AM
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Opposition and business groups have attacked the Vijay‑led state administration for its aggressive GST collection drive and for recent capital projects shifting to Andhra Pradesh.
The administration headed by Chief Minister Vijay is facing sharp criticism from opposition parties and industry bodies over its recent GST "mop‑up" operation. Critics argue that the intensified effort to recover unclaimed Goods and Services Tax is creating a hostile climate for businesses, potentially discouraging compliance.
At the same time, several high‑value investment projects that were expected to materialise in the state have reportedly been redirected to neighboring Andhra Pradesh. Analysts say the shift reflects investor concerns about the fiscal environment and the perceived ease of doing business in the rival state.
Political opponents have seized on the issue, accusing the Vijay government of prioritising revenue collection at the expense of attracting and retaining investment. The administration, however, maintains that the GST drive is essential for fiscal stability and that the investment trend is a temporary market response.
The controversy is likely to intensify as the state approaches upcoming legislative sessions, where the government may need to address both revenue shortfalls and the broader economic confidence of the private sector.
At the same time, several high‑value investment projects that were expected to materialise in the state have reportedly been redirected to neighboring Andhra Pradesh. Analysts say the shift reflects investor concerns about the fiscal environment and the perceived ease of doing business in the rival state.
Political opponents have seized on the issue, accusing the Vijay government of prioritising revenue collection at the expense of attracting and retaining investment. The administration, however, maintains that the GST drive is essential for fiscal stability and that the investment trend is a temporary market response.
The controversy is likely to intensify as the state approaches upcoming legislative sessions, where the government may need to address both revenue shortfalls and the broader economic confidence of the private sector.