📅 From September 22, India’s GST Council is implementing key rate changes affecting travel costs.
🏨 Hotel accommodation will become cheaper, especially for rooms priced between ₹1,000 to ₹7,500 per night.
📉 The GST on mid-range hotels drops to 12%, offering relief to domestic travelers.
✈️ In contrast, airfare costs are set to rise due to increased GST on economy class tickets.
💸 Flights booked via travel agents or platforms will now attract a higher tax burden.
🧾 The Council revised rules to streamline taxation across the hospitality and aviation sectors.
🏝️ The move aims to boost domestic tourism by making hotels more accessible.
🚨 However, travelers should plan ahead, as flight prices may increase noticeably.
🛫 Airlines and travel agents must update billing systems to reflect the new GST rates.
📊 These changes reflect an effort to balance tourism promotion with tax collection efficiency.
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