Delhi Teen Files PIL in Supreme Court Challenging GST on Mental Health Services

A Delhi teenager has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Supreme Court challenging the imposition of GST on mental health services. The petitioner argues that mental health services should be exempt from GST as they are essential healthcare services. The PIL highlights the increasing mental health issues among the youth and the financial burden imposed by the GST on accessing mental health care. The petitioner contends that the GST on mental health services violates the right to health guaranteed under the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court has issued notices to the central government and GST Council seeking their responses. This case brings attention to the need for policy changes to make mental health services more accessible and affordable. The outcome of this PIL could have significant implications for the taxation of healthcare services in India.