Congress leaders, particularly Gandhi, have made the GST and demonetisation as key issues of their campaign.Gehlot claimed the GST Council brought about the changes in tax rates with an eye on votes in Gujarat. The state goes to poll in two phases on December 9 and December 14. "India does not need a Gabbar Singh Tax. Congress, along with the people of India, fought for and ensured reduction in items in 28% bracket. If BJP doesn't do it, Congress will," Gandhi tweeted.Surjewala demanded that petroleum products, real estate and electricity be brought under the ambit of the GST.

Source: Times of India November 11, 2017 11:09 UTC