Govt proposes 5% GST on mango drinks with 22-25% pulp

Government proposes 5% GST rate for mango beverages with 22-25% natural mango pulp to support Totapuri farmers.

An expert committee headed by T Damodaran studied Totapuri price declines and recommended the tax incentive.

Beverages below the pulp threshold would attract a higher GST rate, encouraging more pulp use and improving beverage quality.

The committee also suggested price stabilization committees and orchard rejuvenation techniques.

Inter-ministerial consultations involving FSSAI and the GST Council will finalize standards and the tax structure.