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Mobile Data Tax India 1 Rupee Per GB DoT Study: If you use a lot of mobile data every day, on social media If you watch reels or are an online gaming enthusiast, this news is very important for you. In times to come Internet You may need to trim the pocket more for use. Central Government Information is coming out that they are seriously considering the option of imposing a new ‘Data Tax’ on the use of mobile data.

Department of Telecom (DoT) orders detailed study

According to the information received, the issue of taxation on mobile data was raised in a review meeting of the Telecom Sector. After this, instructions have been given that the Department of Telecommunications should study this proposal in detail. Whether taxing data is technically feasible and what model could be used to implement it is currently under investigation.

An alternative to Rs 1 per GB tax?

The proposal, which is currently under discussion, is considering the option of levying a tax of Rs 1 on every 1 GB of data used by users. If the proposal is approved, the more data consumers use, the more tax will be added to their bill or recharge.

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Thousands of crores will be added to the government treasury

India has the largest number of internet users and the highest data usage in the world. It is estimated that if the tax is implemented at the rate of Rs 1 per GB, the government can get an additional revenue of around Rs 22,900 crore every year. However, this is still only a proposal and no final decision has been taken on it.

Mobile data cheaper in India, but already 18% GST

India is one of the countries in the world where mobile internet rates are cheapest. Due to this, the use of video streaming and social media has increased tremendously. Currently, consumers are paying 18 percent GST on mobile recharges and postpaid bills. If this new data tax comes into effect, it will be in addition to the existing GST, which could strain the budget of the common consumer.

When is the final decision?

At present, the government has only asked to study the feasibility of the proposal. The report at the end of this study will examine both the advantages and disadvantages of this tax. Only then will the government clarify its official position. At present, no official circular has been issued by the government on this issue.

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