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Aviation Ministry Advocates for Jet Fuel Inclusion in GST Amid Crude Price Rise
Full Story
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has proposed including Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) under the GST framework as prices have risen over 100% due to the Iran war.
Background
Global crude oil prices have surged over 50% since the start of the Iran war, leading to increased ATF costs for airlines. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has allowed only a partial ATF price increase of 25% for domestic airlines.
Key Analysis
VAT reduction urged
Aviation Ministry is engaging states to lower VAT on ATF.
Airline cost pressures
ATF constitutes ~40% of airline operating costs.
Differentiated pricing
Full ATF price increase for foreign routes.
Bottom Line
GST inclusion could ease airline cost pressures and stabilize airfares, benefiting both airlines and passengers.
Watch For
Monitor decisions from the Finance Ministry and state responses on VAT reduction requests.
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