04/06/2026
delegation led by Dr Ajay Sahai, DG & CEO, met with Mr Sanjay Mangal, Member (GST), on ๐๏ธ 4 June 2026 at ๐ Kartavya Bhavan, New Delhi, to discuss key GST-related issues impacting exporters.
The discussions focused on the finalization of โ๏ธ Supreme Court cases, higher drawback claim challenges, GST rate rationalization for menthol, offline refund sanctioning, and concerns arising from the imposition of RCM. The delegation emphasized the need for a uniform GST rate for menthol and timely, automated refund mechanisms ๐ to enhance ease of doing business ๐ for exporters.
Mr Sanjay Mangal advised the Menthol Association to approach the State GST Council and route their submissions ๐ through the Council for further consideration. Also present during the meeting were Mr P T Srinath, Director, FIEO; Mr Vaibhav Agarwal, Member, FIEO; Mr Phool Prakash Varshney, Member, FIEO; Mr Yash Parekh, Member, FIEO; and Ms Kaksha Parekh, Member, FIEO. ๐ค
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