What additional tax is the Centre considering on diesel engine vehicles

The Centre is considering an additional 10% tax on diesel engine vehicles.
The Centre is reportedly considering an additional 10% tax on diesel engine vehicles. Here are some key points regarding this proposal:
  • The objective of the tax is to discourage the usage of diesel fuel and promote cleaner and more efficient modes of transportation.
  • The tax is expected to apply to all types of diesel engine vehicles, including cars, SUVs, trucks, and buses.
  • This tax would be in addition to the existing taxes and duties imposed on diesel vehicles, such as excise duty and state-level taxes.
  • If implemented, the tax could lead to an increase in the price of diesel engine vehicles, potentially making them less attractive to consumers.
  • The government aims to incentivize the adoption of electric vehicles and reduce pollution caused by diesel emissions.
  • Some critics argue that the proposed tax could have adverse effects on the automobile industry, especially manufacturers producing diesel engine vehicles.
  • The final decision on this additional tax is pending, and further consultations with various stakeholders, including automobile manufacturers and experts, are likely to take place before any implementation.
Overall, the proposed additional 10% tax on diesel engine vehicles is aimed at promoting cleaner transportation options and reducing the reliance on diesel fuel.
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