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Tamil Nadu's GST collection grows 3% in October, lagging behind Kerala and Andhra Pradesh
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 05:16 AM
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GST receipts in Tamil Nadu rose by 3% in October, slower than the growth recorded in neighboring Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.
The Tamil Nadu finance department reported a 3% year‑on‑year increase in GST collections for the month of October, according to the latest figures released by the state. This modest rise places the southern state behind its regional peers.
Data from the same period show that both Kerala and Andhra Pradesh recorded higher percentage gains in GST revenue, underscoring a relative slowdown in Tamil Nadu's tax intake.
Economists suggest that the subdued growth may stem from a combination of sector‑specific slowdowns and lingering compliance challenges, although the department has not detailed the underlying causes.
State officials have indicated that they will continue to monitor the trend and explore measures to improve tax compliance and broaden the revenue base.
Data from the same period show that both Kerala and Andhra Pradesh recorded higher percentage gains in GST revenue, underscoring a relative slowdown in Tamil Nadu's tax intake.
Economists suggest that the subdued growth may stem from a combination of sector‑specific slowdowns and lingering compliance challenges, although the department has not detailed the underlying causes.
State officials have indicated that they will continue to monitor the trend and explore measures to improve tax compliance and broaden the revenue base.