Just before the grand festive season, the central government has brought a wave of happiness for the middle class. In a landmark decision, the GST Council has reduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on several electronic products from 28% to 18%.

This change, set to take effect from September 22, 2025, will make popular home and office appliances like air conditioners (ACs), smart TVs, dishwashers, monitors, and projectors significantly more affordable, allowing consumers to save thousands of rupees on purchases during Durga Puja and Diwali.

Key Decision by the GST Council

The announcement came during the 56th GST Council meeting held in New Delhi on Wednesday. Until now, these products carried a hefty 28% GST. With the reduction to 18%, the government hopes to encourage consumer spending, boost market activity, and bring relief to households ahead of the festive rush.

How Much Can You Save on ACs and Smart TVs?

The biggest beneficiaries of this tax cut will be buyers of air conditioners and smart TVs. Here’s a breakdown:

• Smart TV (Base Price ₹10,000):
  Earlier Price: ₹12,800 → New Price: ₹11,800 → Savings: ₹1,000

• 1 Ton AC (Base Price ₹30,000):
  Earlier Price: ₹38,400 → New Price: ₹35,400 → Savings: ₹3,000

• 1.5 Ton AC (Base Price ₹40,000):
  Earlier Price: ₹51,200 → New Price: ₹47,200 → Savings: ₹4,000

• 2 Ton AC (Base Price ₹50,000):
  Earlier Price: ₹64,000 → New Price: ₹59,000 → Savings: ₹5,000

The larger the AC capacity, the bigger the savings.

Other Appliances Also Get Cheaper

The tax cut isn’t limited to ACs and TVs. Dishwashers, monitors, and projectors will also become more affordable.

• Dishwasher (Base Price ₹10,000):
  Earlier Price: ₹12,800 → New Price: ₹11,800 → Savings: ₹1,000

For households, this means easier access to essential gadgets. For professionals and content creators, monitors and projectors will now come at a lower price point, mahttps://english.techneandlogos.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/101.jpg work and creativity more budget-friendly.

Why This Move Matters

The timing of this tax reduction is strategic. The festive season in India traditionally sees a surge in shopping and big-ticket purchases. By cutting GST, the government aims to:

• Ease financial pressure on consumers

• Encourage higher spending in the market

• Double the joy of festivities by mahttps://english.techneandlogos.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/101.jpg electronics more accessible

This decision reflects a direct effort to boost consumer confidence while ensuring that middle-class families feel the true spirit of celebration this Durga Puja and Diwali.