Judge Angered by 18% Tax on Air Purifiers: Delhi HC Directs GST Council Meeting

• Delhi HC reprimands Centre over 18% GST on air purifiers amidst severe pollution crisis.
• Court questions why air purifiers aren't taxed at 5% like medical devices under a 2020 notification.
• Directed GST Council to convene a meeting soon to reconsider tax rates on air purifiers.
• Referred to a 2025 Parliamentary Committee report recommending tax reduction/abolition.
• Suggested a virtual meeting if a physical one is not possible; next hearing on December 26.

Why It Matters: Delhi HC pushes for urgent GST reduction on air purifiers, citing public health and Right to Life.