India, Sept. 23 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address on GST reforms has reignited debate over one of India's most ambitious yet contentious economic measures
The country is going through a lean patch. It was already reeling under Trump tariffs when the US hit the IT sector by hiking visa fees for professionals. These developments have dampened the mood and lowered morale within the business community and the general public. In such a climate, it became imperative for the Prime Minister to reach out and reassure the people. Modi did precisely that with his recent address to the nation. While the extent of its impact remains open to debate, the speech on Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms sparked sharp political reactions. Bu...