Diwali Shopping Boom: GST Cuts Boost Sales in Chhattisgarh

Saralnama

Lower GST rates boosted Diwali shopping across Chhattisgarh. Markets in Raipur and other cities saw heavy crowds from noon till late night. The Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce claims sales crossed ₹2000 crore on Dhanteras. Auto, jewelry, and electronics sectors benefited most from reduced prices. Over 4,000 cars were sold in Raipur alone. Statewide, more than 10,000 cars and 50,000 two-wheelers were purchased. Pandri wholesale cloth market faced traffic jams due to shoppers from other districts and states. To avoid crowds, shoppers can consider visiting markets early in the day or opting for online purchases. (Updated 19 Oct 2025, 04:37 IST; source: link)

Key Points

• Lower GST rates boosted Diwali shopping across Chhattisgarh on 11 Nov 2023
• Markets in Raipur and other cities saw heavy crowds from noon till late night
• The Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce claims sales crossed ₹2000 crore on Dhanteras