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Amusement Park Industry Appeals for GST Relief to Support Middle-Class Recreation and Job Creation:
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....musement Park Industry Appeals for GST Relief to Support Middle-Class Recreation and Job Creation:<BR>GST<BR>Dated:- 5-9-2025<BR>PTI<BR>Mumbai, 5th September 2025; In light of the evolving global economic scenario, the recently announced two-rate GST structure is a progressive move. This framework has the potential to provide additional disposable income to the middle and lower middle classes, all....
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....owing families to explore recreational avenues after meeting essential household expenses. We are optimistic that this will lead to increased footfall at amusement parks across the country. Amusement parks play a vital role as part of the nation’s social infrastructure —offering families safe, accessible spaces for bonding and mental well-being, while also contributing significantly to emplo....
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....yment generation. The ripple effect of this sector benefits local economies, making it a powerful contributor to inclusive growth. However, the industry is currently burdened by the 18% GST on entry tickets, a rate that disproportionately impacts visitors from the middle and lower middle-income groups—our primary audience. Entry ticket prices in Indian amusement parks typically range between ?....
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....700 to ?2,500, depending on the scale of rides and facilities offered. With the recent reduction of GST to 5% on hotel rooms priced up to ?7,500, The amusement park sector had hoped for similar consideration. Such a move would align with the government’s vision of boosting domestic tourism and making recreational experiences more affordable for the average Indian family. Unfortunately, the a....
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....musement industry has been overlooked in this round of revisions. While we may have "missed the bus" this time, we remain hopeful that our longstanding demand for 5% GST On park entry will be recognized in the near future. We respectfully urge the GST Council to re-evaluate our appeal with foresight , acknowledging the potential of the amusement park sector to: * Support job creation * Strengthe....
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....n the broader tourism ecosystem * Deliver affordable, wholesome entertainment to millions of citizens We believe that a reduced GST rate will not only ease the financial burden on consumers but will also empower the industry to invest in better infrastructure, safety, and innovation—benefiting the nation as a whole. Let us work together to make affordable happiness a reality for every Indian f....
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....amily. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with NRDPL and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). PTI PWR<BR> News - Press release - PIB ....