“Can’t impose GST on something as essential as life insurance,” says Congress MP Shashi Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticised the government’s decision to impose an 18% GST on life insurance and medical insurance premiums, stating that such essential services should not be taxed, especially in a country with high out-of-pocket health expenses. Fellow Congress MP Pramod Tiwari condemned the move as unethical, highlighting the burden it places on struggling individuals. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, protested outside Parliament, demanding the rollback of the GST on health and life insurance. the common people.