Auto policy will fix tax issues

Why in the news ?

  • The Centre is working on a new “foolproof” policy for the automobile sector to address issues raised by the industry, particularly related to tax rates.

More on news

  • Centre is planning for new foolproof auto policy which will be industry and consumer friendly, as per the different representations coming to the centre.

  • The minister’s comments came after Abhay Firodia, President, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), highlighted the lack of uniform taxation. Pointing out that automakers had been given only 4 years to shift to BS­-­VI.
  • Acknowledging that the move to BS­VI emission norms had been rushed, the minister said industry must be ready to accept the challenge of change and adopt new technologies.
  • “Everyone is concerned about the environment… and want eco-­friendly products. For that we need to invest in technology… but at the same time we need to make products affordable for consumers. It’s a challenge that we will work on,” Minister said.
  • Government assured support to industries promising a gradual change.

Source

The Hindu.

Posted by Jawwad Kazi on 9th Feb 2018