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Arunachal Pradesh has achieved a remarkable milestone with its highest-ever monthly GST collection of Rs 332 crore in April 2025. This impressive 66% increase reflects the state's growing economic potential and expanding taxpayer base. The national trend shows similar positive growth, with GST collections reaching an all-time high of Rs 2.36 lakh crore. Chief Minister Pema Khandu highlighted this achievement as a significant economic breakthrough for the northeastern state.

Key Points: Arunachal's Record Rs 332 Crore GST Collection Stuns Economists

  • Arunachal logs 66% increase in GST collection compared to previous year
  • Taxpayer base grows to over 20,000 registered entities
  • National GST collection reaches all-time high of Rs 2.36 lakh crore
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Arunachal logs record monthly GST collection of Rs 332 crore in April

Arunachal Pradesh achieves landmark GST collection of Rs 332 crore in April, signaling robust economic growth and expanding taxpayer base.

"In a landmark achievement, Arunachal recorded its highest-ever monthly GST collection - Pema Khandu, Chief Minister"

Itanagar, May 20

Arunachal Pradesh recorded its highest-ever monthly Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection in April this year, reflecting the national trend of an all-time high GST collection.

Expressing his satisfaction, Chief Minister Pema Khandu in a post on his X handle said: "In a landmark achievement, Arunachal recorded its highest-ever monthly GST collection in April 2025 - a massive Rs 332 crores, marking a 66 per cent increase from last year! Since the launch of GST in 2017, Arunachal's taxpayer base has grown significantly, with over 20,000 registered taxpayers today."

According to an official statement, the all-India GST collection also reached an all-time high of Rs 2.36 lakh crores in April 2025, marking a 12.6 per cent year-over-year increase.

Since the implementation of GST in July 2017, the taxpayer base in Arunachal Pradesh has grown manifold, with approximately 20,000 taxpayers currently registered, the statement said.

Meanwhile, to further boost the tax collection, the Central GST Itanagar Commissionerate organised a cyclothon (cycle rally) on May 18 under the theme 'Sunday on Cycles'.

The event aimed to promote physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle, and to create awareness about GST as it approaches its eighth anniversary.

Despite the rain, a large number of enthusiastic participants gathered at the Bank Tinali area in Itanagar, from where the rally was flagged off. The cycle rally concluded at Indira Gandhi Park.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had earlier said that the record GST collection in April showcases the resilience of the Indian economy and the effectiveness of cooperative federalism.

Gross GST collections for April stood at 2.36 lakh crore rupees, marking a 12.6 per cent increase over the gross collection of 2.10 lakh crore rupees in April 2024.

Net GST collections for April 2025 reached 2.09 lakh crore rupees, reflecting a 9.1 per cent growth compared to the net collection of 1.92 lakh crore rupees in April 2024.

- IANS

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Rajesh K.
Great news for Arunachal and India! 🎉 The 66% growth in GST collection shows how our northeastern states are developing rapidly. Hope this revenue is used wisely for infrastructure and education in the region. Jai Hind!
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Priya M.
While the numbers look impressive, I hope the government ensures this tax money actually reaches the people. Arunachal needs better roads and healthcare facilities. The cyclothon is a nice initiative though - fitness + tax awareness is a smart combo!
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Arjun S.
From just a few thousand taxpayers to 20,000 now - this is what development looks like! The GST system has its flaws but seeing such growth in border states gives me hope for India's economic future. Kudos to all the taxpayers contributing to nation building.
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Sunita T.
As someone who visited Arunachal last year, I can see why the economy is growing - tourism is booming there! The natural beauty is breathtaking. More tax revenue means they can preserve their culture while developing smartly. Hope they maintain this balance.
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Vikram J.
The GST growth is impressive but I'm concerned about compliance burden on small businesses in remote areas. The government should simplify procedures for small traders in border states while maintaining strict checks on big evaders.
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Neha P.
Love the innovative approach with the cyclothon! 🚴‍♀️ Instead of boring seminars, this is how you create tax awareness. More states should adopt such creative methods. Also great to see young people participating despite rain - shows the changing mindset in the Northeast.

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