- The state GST department has introduced a 5% Goods and Services Tax on horse sales at the Pushkar fair for the first time.
- Receipts for horse transactions will be issued by the animal husbandry department and used by the GST department to collect the tax.
- Checkpoints have been set up to monitor horse transportation and ensure tax compliance.
- Shahbaaz, a striking Marwari horse, is a major attraction at this year’s fair, drawing large crowds.
- The fair has seen increased demand for quality horses, attracting buyers from Rajasthan and neighboring states, reflecting a growing interest in horse ownership.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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