Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Bengaluru Traders Protest GST UPI Notices, Plan Bandh on July 25
Small business owners in Bengaluru are upset about GST notices they received regarding money they got through UPI.
They're planning a protest for three days, and a big shutdown on July 25 to show their anger.
The government is trying to help by teaching them about GST through a special program called 'Know GST,' and has set up a helpline.
Banks like SBI are also worried that too much GST enforcement could make businesses stop using online payments and go back to using cash.
Bengaluru traders plan a three-day protest starting July 23 against GST notices related to UPI transactions.
The protest will conclude with a 'bandh' at Freedom Park on July 25, joined by cab and auto drivers.
The Karnataka government launched a 'Know GST' awareness campaign to address traders' concerns.
A helpline and workshops are provided by the Commercial Taxes Department.
SBI cautioned against strict GST enforcement via UPI, warning it could push businesses back to cash.
- Who
- Small business owners including milk vendors and bakery operators, along with cab and auto drivers.
- What
- Bengaluru traders are protesting GST notices related to UPI transactions.
- When
- The protest begins July 23 and culminates in a 'bandh' on July 25.
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka.
- Why
- To protest GST notices related to UPI transactions and strict enforcement of GST on small businesses.
Traders' Concerns
Government's Stance
GST Enforcement
Traders' Concerns
Demanding withdrawal of GST notices and reassessment of strict enforcement on small businesses.
Government's Stance
Government aims to ensure tax compliance and increase revenue through GST.
- Protest Start Date
- July 23
- Bandh Date
- July 25
- Location of Bandh
- Freedom Park, Bengaluru
- Government Initiative
- 'Know GST' awareness campaign
- Helpline Number
- 1800 425 6300