₹16,390 crore GST collection in financial year 2024-25, a historic growth of 18 percent recorded
Raipur, April 2, 2025/Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, Chhattisgarh has added yet another significant achievement to its name. In the financial year 2024–25, the state recorded a total GST revenue collection of ₹16,390 crore, registering the highest annual growth rate of 18 percent across the country. This achievement places Chhattisgarh at the top position in the country in terms of GST revenue growth rate. In this order, Maharashtra with 16% and Tamil Nadu with 15% growth stood at second and third place respectively.
For the first time, monthly collection crossed ₹2,000 crore in March 2025
In March 2025, Chhattisgarh received ₹1,301.09 crore under the SGST head, which is 72 percent higher than that of March 2024. This is the first time the state has crossed the ₹1,000 crore mark in SGST collection. Also, in March 2025, ₹756.73 crore was received under the IGST head, which is 10 percent more than the previous year. Thus, the total GST collection in March 2025 stood at ₹2,057.82 crore, compared to ₹1,443.66 crore in March 2024, reflecting an impressive monthly growth of 43 percent. Since the implementation of GST, this is the first time Chhattisgarh has crossed the ₹2,000 crore mark in total GST revenue in a single month.
Historic success achieved through better administration, inclusion of technology, and continuous monitoring
This notable progress is a direct result of comprehensive reforms, innovations, and a new work culture implemented in the Commercial Tax Department under the guidance of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai and the direction of Finance Minister Shri O.P. Choudhary. Under their leadership, the department has taken decisive steps to make GST administration more active, transparent, and result-oriented.
Control over non-filers
Through continuous monitoring and communication with traders who did not file returns, there has been a significant improvement in compliance. The number of non-filers has reduced from 15 percent to only 6 percent.
Investigation of fake registrations
More than 28,000 businesses were physically verified, of which 4,252 firms — approximately 15% of the total — were found to be fake. This led to effective control over tax evasion and an increase in tax compliance.
Data analytics-based actions
Throughout the year, based on data analytics, 313 cases were audited, leading to a recovery of ₹45.13 crore.
In addition, inspections and searches of 77 business establishments yielded an additional ₹47.35 crore for the state.
Sector analysis and inter-departmental coordination
Using sector-based analysis and inter-departmental data, the GST Department identified 49 potential areas of tax evasion, which resulted in ₹101 crore revenue collection.
Better compliance from government departments
As part of special efforts in March 2025, GSTR-7 returns were filed by government departments, leading to the collection of an additional ₹37 crore from their suppliers.
Widespread trader outreach campaign
Across the state, communication was established with 36,847 businesses that had either filed zero returns or shown negative business growth, which ensured increased tax compliance. These solid and technology-based measures have directly resulted in Chhattisgarh securing the top position in the country in GST growth.
Digital and AI-based strategy prepared for the future
Under the guidance of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai and Finance Minister Shri O.P. Choudhary, the GST Department is now committed to implementing digital tracking, AI-based surveillance systems, and advanced compliance mechanisms to maintain Chhattisgarh’s leading position in the years to come.
“This historic achievement of Chhattisgarh is not merely a success in numbers, but a reflection of governance based on honesty, transparency, and public participation. Our government has proven that when there is strong intent, both revenue and trust increase — by making tax administration people-centric and technology-driven. We will continue on this path to make Chhattisgarh a model of economic self-reliance and inclusive growth.
– Vishnu Deo Sai, Chief Minister, Chhattisgarh
