Indian Beverage Association (IBA) Pushes for Sugar-Based Tax System0

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• August 29, 2025

Key Development  The Indian Beverage Association (IBA), representing leading soft drink makers, urged the finance ministry to adopt a sugar-based tax system for beverages. The association made this demand ahead of the GST Council meeting next month, where members will review tax rates on several goods. Current High Tax Rates The government taxes all aerated