Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Rain Fee and GST on Food Delivery Sparks Debate Online
Food delivery apps are charging a 'Rain Fee' when it rains, and now there's also a tax called GST on top of it.
One person shared their bill online showing these extra charges.
This made many people online discuss the extra costs.
Delivery services used to be tax-free, but new rules starting September 22, 2025, mean they're now taxable.
While some worry about higher bills, others say the fee helps delivery drivers.
The change is happening at the same time as tax cuts on things like food, which might make the extra delivery fees more noticeable.
Food delivery costs are increasing due to 'Rain Fee' and GST.
A Swiggy customer shared a bill showing a Rs 25 'Rain Fee' plus 18% GST.
From September 22, 2025, delivery services are subject to GST.
The post sparked online discussions about rising costs and the impact of the fee.
Some users defend the 'Rain Fee' as a way to support delivery personnel.
- Who
- A Swiggy customer and online users
- What
- Shared a bill showing 'Rain Fee' plus GST and discussed increased costs
- When
- From September 22, 2025
- Where
- Online platforms like X
- Why
- To highlight increased food delivery costs due to new GST rules and the 'Rain Fee'.
Consumer Concerns
Service Justification
Cost of Delivery
Consumer Concerns
Consumers are concerned about the increasing costs of food delivery due to added fees and taxes.
Service Justification
The 'Rain Fee' incentivizes drivers during bad weather, supporting their work.
- Event
- Controversy over 'Rain Fee' and GST on food delivery
- Fee Type
- Rain Fee
- Rain Fee Amount
- Rs 25
- GST Rate
- 18%
- GST Implementation Date
- September 22, 2025
- Affected Service
- Food Delivery
- GST Changes
- Delivery services now subject to GST under Section 9(5)
