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Rajasthan Processors Association protests 5% GST on isabgol, seeks uniform tax after Gujarat's zero rate
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 04:02 PM
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The Rajasthan Isabgol Processors Association has objected to the 5% GST levied on isabgol in the state, urging the government to adopt the zero‑rate policy applied in Gujarat.
The Rajasthan Isabgol Processors Association lodged a formal protest against the 5 percent Goods and Services Tax imposed on isabgol, a popular dietary fiber, in the state. The association argues that the tax burden hampers manufacturers and raises the price for consumers.
In contrast, the Gujarat government recently announced a zero percent GST rate on raw isabgol, a move praised by industry bodies for boosting competitiveness. The Rajasthan association has cited this disparity and called for a uniform tax regime across states to ensure a level playing field.
Representatives of the association met state officials to present their case, emphasizing that a consistent GST policy would benefit both producers and the broader market. They have requested the Rajasthan government to reconsider the current rate and align it with Gujarat's zero‑rate approach.
The dispute highlights ongoing debates over state-level tax variations and their impact on agricultural processing industries in India. No official response from the Rajasthan finance department has been reported yet.
In contrast, the Gujarat government recently announced a zero percent GST rate on raw isabgol, a move praised by industry bodies for boosting competitiveness. The Rajasthan association has cited this disparity and called for a uniform tax regime across states to ensure a level playing field.
Representatives of the association met state officials to present their case, emphasizing that a consistent GST policy would benefit both producers and the broader market. They have requested the Rajasthan government to reconsider the current rate and align it with Gujarat's zero‑rate approach.
The dispute highlights ongoing debates over state-level tax variations and their impact on agricultural processing industries in India. No official response from the Rajasthan finance department has been reported yet.