<h1>GST collections rise indicating stronger domestic consumption and higher net receipts after increased refund disbursements.</h1> Gross GST collections for February 2025 rose year on year, with domestic transaction GST growing faster than import GST and refunds elevated, producing higher net collections. Experts link the increase to stronger domestic consumption, policy support for local industry, and expanded refund disbursements that alleviate working capital constraints. Notable inter state variation in growth rates was observed, and cumulative year to date GST figures indicate sustained fiscal year expansion tied to updated deficit estimates.