Watch: UPI row: Congress calls new 0.4% UPI charges ‘Modi tax’, cites US pressure
The Indian National Congress party has criticized the government's new UPI transaction charges, labeling them a 'Modi tax' and alleging external pressure. The move has sparked a political debate over digital payment policies.
Why it matters
The controversy highlights the intersection of digital infrastructure, economic policy, and political opposition in India.
A political row has erupted over the Centre’s new UPI rules, with the Congress sharply criticising the government and accusing it of giving in to US pressure. The Congress has dubbed the new charges on UPI transactions above ₹2,000 as the ‘Modi tax’.
Published - September 16, 2026 04:53 pm IST
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