Govt. has made a proposal to exempt VAT to the extent of 4.5% to the LPG consumers reviving benefits of direct transfer of subsidy on LPG cylinders. It is understood the Dept. of Civil Supplies has sent a proposal to the CM for abolishing VAT on LPG cylinders. It is understood that Rs.25 which is being given by the Govt. as a subsidy is likely to be abolish. This will come into effect from 1st September 2013. At present LPG consumers are paying VAT to the extent of Rs.49.50 which include the subsidy of Rs.24.50 given by the State Govt.
–Siasat News