Centre Opposes GST Cut on Air Purifiers in Delhi HC

The Centre has opposed a plea in the Delhi High Court to reduce GST on air purifiers, citing it would 'open Pandora's Box'. The court has directed the government to file a detailed response within 10 days amidst Delhi's severe air pollution crisis.

• Centre opposes plea to reduce GST on air purifiers from 18% to 5%.
• Plea seeks classification of air purifiers as 'medical devices'.
• Centre argues GST cut would 'open Pandora's Box' of similar requests.
• Delhi HC directs Centre to file detailed response within 10 days.
• Next hearing scheduled for January 9 on the matter.
• Centre states GST Council meetings require physical presence, cannot be virtual.

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