Panel proposes 5% GST link to mango-pulp content to boost Totapuri demand
A government panel has proposed retaining 5% GST for mango beverages with 22–25% natural pulp, alongside coordinated Totapuri procurement, price stabilisation, orchard renewal and export-market development. The recommendations remain subject to inter-ministerial consultation.
A government panel proposes retaining 5% GST only for mango beverages containing 22-25% natural pulp, aiming to lift Totapuri demand. Recommendations also cover coordinated procurement, price stabilisation, orchard renewal, FPO value addition and export-market development.
Why this matters
No prior Totapuri mango signals are listed. The proposal could connect beverage tax treatment with pulp demand while adding procurement, grower-support and export measures.
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