Modest growth in State’s Own Tax Revenue emerges as weak spot in T.N.’s economy
Tamil Nadu's economy grew by 10.83% in 2025-26, but State's Own Tax Revenue (SOTR) growth remained modest at 6.8%. The state government attributes this sluggish revenue performance to GST rate rationalization, which led to a significant shortfall in SGST collections.
Why it matters
It highlights the fiscal challenges states face when central tax policy changes impact local revenue streams, affecting state-level budget planning.
Tamil Nadu, which clocked 10.83% economic growth rate in real terms for 2025-26 , has, however, registered only a modest growth rate with respect to the State’s Own Tax Revenue (SOTR).
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