The CGST Noida Commissionerate under the Meerut Zone is set to host a high-level GST Conclave at GST Bhawan, Sector 48, Noida on 16th June, 2025. The event is being organized to commemorate 8 years since the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and aims to review its journey, accomplishments, and the challenges that lie ahead.
The Conclave will be held in the August presence of Sanjay Mangal, Chief Commissioner of the Meerut Zone, and will be graced by Sh. Vivek Johri, former Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), as the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker.
Scheduled for 3:00 PM, the event is expected to draw participants from across the tax administration, industry representatives, and key stakeholders in the GST ecosystem. The theme for this year’s conclave, “8 Years of GST: Journey So Far and Challenges Ahead”, sets the tone for a critical reflection on how India’s landmark tax reform has evolved since its rollout in July 2017.
As GST completes nearly a decade, the conclave seeks to highlight policy milestones, address persisting operational issues, and encourage open dialogue on improving compliance and easing the tax burden on businesses.
The event is being coordinated by Urja Jain, Assistant Commissioner, CGST Noida. For attendance and participation-related inquiries, she can be contacted at +91 8208985274.
The Conclave reaffirms the department’s commitment to transparency, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement of the indirect tax system that now forms the backbone of India’s fiscal federalism.
GST Pakhwada 2025: Nationwide Celebrations Announced to Mark 8 Years of GST Implementation
The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax (DGGST), under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), has announced a comprehensive nationwide celebration to commemorate GST Day 2025. The observance will include a special GST Pakhwada from June 16 to June 30, featuring conclaves, outreach initiatives, and public engagement campaigns across all CGST Zones in India.
The celebrations aim to reflect on the eight-year journey of GST, highlighting its achievements, challenges, and the roadmap ahead.
GST Conclave on June 16, 2025
To kick off the Pakhwada, a high-level GST Conclave will be organized at zonal and commissionerate levels. It will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, tax experts, and association heads to discuss the progress of GST, future reforms, and stakeholder concerns.
Helpdesks for Trade Issues
Throughout the Pakhwada, helpdesks will be set up at commissionerate and division levels to resolve queries of taxpayers. Officers well-versed in trade and GST regulations will assist stakeholders and facilitate smoother compliance.
Reporting and Monitoring
Commissionerates are required to submit two reports to DGGST — the first by June 23 and the second by June 29 — detailing:
- Footfall at helpdesks
- Number of issues resolved
- Pending queries still under resolution
Celebratory Lighting of Government Buildings
All GST-related government offices may be illuminated for a week to mark the festivities.
GST Impact Reports
Infographics and animated videos showcasing the positive impact of GST on ease of doing business, tax transparency, and economic formalization will be screened at various locations.
Nationwide Publicity Campaign
To ensure wide visibility, advertisements about GST Day, the Conclave, and GST Pakhwada will be released in major national and vernacular newspapers. Commissionerates are required to submit details of their nodal officers and helpdesk arrangements by June 1, 2025, for inclusion in these ads.
Speaking on the occasion, C. P. Goyal, Principal Director General (DGGST), called for wholehearted cooperation from all zones to make the GST Day 2025 a grand success.
The GST Pakhwada 2025 is set to be a landmark initiative not only for government departments but also for taxpayers and the wider business community, offering a platform for dialogue, resolution, and celebration.
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