Reduce GST on mobile phones from 18% to 12%: ICEA urges state CMs

India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) has written to various state Chief Ministers urging them to reduce the existing 18% GST on mobile phones to 12%. It also demanded that GST on parts and components be reduced to 5%. High GST rates have a trickle-down effect leading to rise in prices and decreased demand for mobile phones, the ICEA said.