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GST on Roti and Paratha
The issue of GST on paratha has stirred quite a debate among Indian consumers, mainly because it used to be taxed differently from roti. The good news? The 56th GST Council meeting has brought clarity and relief that will delight many.
From September 22, 2025, the GST on all traditional Indian breads - including roti, chapati, khakhra, paratha, and parotta, has been slashed to zero. This is a significant shift from before when roti had a 5% GST and paratha, considered a processed product needing heating before consumption, was taxed at 18%.
So why was there a difference before? Paratha, unlike plain roti, contains additional ingredients and requires heating before it’s ready to eat. This complexity placed it under a higher tax bracket. But with the recent reforms, the government has chosen to simplify things and ease the tax burden on these everyday foods.
To make it simple:
- Roti and chapati: Previous GST was 5%, now dropped to NIL.
- Paratha: Previous GST was 18%, now also NIL.
This means all these popular Indian breads are now on equal footing when it comes to GST, making them more affordable for all.
This change is part of the government’s push to make GST more consumer-friendly and straightforward, though the official CBIC notification is still awaited.
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