I investigated the GST reality!
Every Indian should know this.
ππWhat about your experience? Comment below! Are you seeing real savings?
Hereβs what changed on Sep 22, 2025:
π― MAJOR WINS:
375+ products got cheaper with GST dropping from 12%/18% to just 5%
Health & Life Insurance - 18% GST completely REMOVED! My premium dropped on Sept 27th π
Electronics revolution: TVs, ACs, washing machines, laptops dropped from 28% to 18%
Vehicles: Small cars (<1200cc) & bikes (<350cc) dropped from 28% to 18%
Daily essentials: Hair oil, shampoo, toiletries from 18% to 5%
Food items: Butter, ghee, cheese from 12% to 5%
Agriculture equipment & hotel stays under βΉ7,500 now at 5%
π What I found on ground:
β
Supermarkets in Bangalore openly showing savings on bills
β
Brands using stickers/stamps on old packaging (allowed till Mar 2026)
β
Most electronics stores reflecting new prices
β Salons being sketchy - many not passing 12% GST benefit
β Some luxury items now at 40% (tobacco, premium ...
Suggested Credits
Tags, Events, and Projects