<h1>Opposition says reduced GST rates are belated, limited and weakened Section 171 enforcement after Sept 30, 2024 notification</h1> The opposition party criticized newly reduced GST rates as belated and limited, arguing procedural complexities remain and expressing legal and regulatory concerns that consumers may not receive price relief. It contends the National Anti-Profiteering Authority, created under Section 171 of the Central GST Act, was effectively weakened by a September 30, 2024 notification, undermining enforcement of rate-cut pass-through. The opposition also faulted the government for claiming sole credit, said the reforms fall short of its long-promised comprehensive 'GST 2.0,' and highlighted unresolved legal and fiscal issues including state demands for extended compensation and sector-specific relief for MSMEs and exporters.