Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the new round of GST reforms approved by the GST Council, describing the recommendations as a significant step toward making the Goods and Services Tax regime simpler, more efficient, and citizen-friendly. The Prime Minister specifically highlighted the Council's recommendations relating to the removal of arrest provisions, greater decriminalization of procedures, and overall simplification of tax administration processes. These measures are expected to have a positive impact on taxpayers and businesses by enabling faster decisions, lowering compliance costs, implementing automated refund systems, and establishing a trust-based administration framework. The reforms align with the government's ongoing efforts to make the GST system more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly for all stakeholders.