<h1>Punjab's GST Collections Surge 25.31% in May, Hitting Record Rs 2,006.31 Crore Through Strategic Tax Enforcement</h1> Punjab achieved a 25.31% year-on-year growth in GST collections in May, reaching Rs 2,006.31 crore. The finance minister attributed this record performance to strong tax administration, enhanced compliance, and a resilient economic environment. Key actions included verifying bogus firms, blocking fraudulent tax credits, and detecting tax evasion in multiple sectors. The growth outpaced the national average and represents the highest May collection in the state's history.