Tax Evasion in Ayurvedic Spas: Kerala State GST Dept unearths Rs. 2 Cr Evasion in Munnar and Anachal

The Kerala State GST department uncovered tax evasion amounting to ₹2 crore by Ayurvedic spas in Idukki district, following inspections in Kumily, Munnar, and Anachal. Led by Rararaj, Deputy Commissioner (Intelligence) of Idukki, the department's intelligence and enforcement units from Ernakulam and Idukki participated in these operations. \r

Meanwhile, the Gujarat GST Authority for Advance Rulings recently denied Nimba Nature Cure Village tax exemption, ruling its services did not qualify as "health care services by a clinical establishment." \r

This decision adds to conflicting rulings on whether naturopathy resorts merit GST exemption, highlighting inconsistency in interpretations within the sector despite provisions for appeals and clarifications by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs.