GST relief for circus, dance and theatrical performances

Admission ticket to amusement parks, including theme parks, water parks and merry-go-rounds, will attract 18 per cent GST with effect from January 25, lower than 28 per cent earlier, the Finance Ministry said today. "It is expected and hoped that states do not raise the tax on entertainment and amusement levied by the local authorities (Panchayats/ Municipalities/ District Councils) so as to incre…