The IMF has demanded an 18 percent GST on petroleum products and solar systems, after which there is a risk that petroleum products and solar systems will become more expensive. Sources further say that the IMF has demanded an 18 percent GST on fuels including petrol. Currently, the GST rate on petroleum products is zero. Similarly, the IMF has also emphasized imposing an 18 percent tax on solar consumers and has demanded the abolition of tax exemption on new homes. Despite a reduction of Rs 152 billion in the target, there was a shortfall of Rs 428 billion in 8 months.

Source: The Patriot March 31, 2026 19:55 UTC