National Conference delegation meets Governor on GST

SRINAGAR, JUNE 9: A delegation of National Conference (NC) led by Sh. Omar Abdullah, former Chief Minister, met Governor N.N. Vohra at the Raj Bhavan here today. The delegation comprised Sh. Ali Mohammad Sagar, MLA; Sh. Mohd. Shafi Uri, MLA; Sh. Mohd. Akbar Lone, MLA; Sh. Devender Singh Rana, MLA; Sh. Nasir Sogami, Provincial President, NC; Sh. Choudhary Ramzan, former MLA; and Sh. Shami Oberoi.

The delegation apprised the Governor about their concerns relating to the proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST) legislation which is to be discussed in the J&K Legislature Session beginning on 17th June 2017.They requested the Governor to advise the State Government to call an All Party Meeting to have an extensive discussion on various aspects of the GST regime, to allay the fears and concerns of the various stakeholders and put the entire concept in public domain for an open debate.

Governor assured the delegation that their concerns would be taken up with the Chief Minister.