The government's share in the GST fell by 87% in March from the year-ago period as the COVID-19 lockdown stalled economic activity. The Central GST for March, collected till April 30, stood at ₹5,934 crore compared to previous year's ₹46,848 crore. The compensation cess levied on sin goods stood at ₹990 crore against ₹8,874 crore a year earlier.