Mobility Is a Fundamental Right, Doctors Seek GST Exemption on Assistive Devices
Written By : Anshika Mishra
Published On 2026-02-03 13:02 GMT | Update On 2026-02-03 13:02 GMT
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Expressing concern over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) imposed on assistive devices, which are essential for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), the United Doctors Federation (UDF) has urged the government to exempt all such devices from GST in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016.
Dr Lakshya Mittal, Chairperson and National President of UDF, raised the issue on the social media platform ‘X’. He highlighted that a wheelchair costing Rs 75,000 attracts a 5% GST, amounting to around Rs 3,750.
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Mobility Is a Fundamental Right, Doctors Seek GST Exemption on Assistive Devices
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