Odisa government imposed more vat tax on tobacco products.
According to the Global Adult Tobacco Survey, approximately 46.2% Odisa population uses tobacco in its various forms. This is not a healthy sign for any state. Consumption of tobacco increases the risk of cancer and lung diseases.To control tobacco consumption, Odisa government increased the vat tax on every tobacco products. The government increased the tax from 13.5% to 25%. Now after this tax, the rate of all tobacco products will be increased. This will save many lives and can give a good collection to the state government. Many anti-tobacco organisations hailed this move.
Really, the tobacco consumers should leave tobacco before it takes their life.
Do you feel this step will help to control tobacco consumption in that area?
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