GST on Room Rent at Shrine palces by like Tirumula Tirupathi Devastanam

[NARENDER YARRAGORLA]

Now GST on Lodge Rentals up to Rs 7500 taxable at 12%, what is the impact of the same on room rental services provided by shrine places by a Trust registered as per section 12(A) of Income Tax act? and whether GST applicable on amount given as Donation for free meals (Anna Danam) by devotee and who had meals after giving the donation?

AI Summary

GST Applicability on Shrine Room Rentals and Donations for Free Meals Under Section 12(A) of Income Tax Act Discussed A discussion was initiated regarding the applicability of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on room rentals at shrine places managed by trusts registered under section 12(A) of the Income Tax Act. It was questioned whether GST applies to donations for free meals provided by devotees. One response clarified that donations are not subject to GST. Another response noted that although certain exemptions in the GST notification were omitted, entities previously exempt under serial number 13 of the notification continue to be exempt from GST. These views were shared as general insights, not professional advice.