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Pani puri is one of the most popular street foods in India, which always reminds us of crowded street corners and the crunch of puris filled with spicy water and yummy fillings. But what happens when a beloved 'pani puri wale bhaiyya' suddenly finds themselves in the spotlight for reasons beyond their delicious golgappas?
Recently, a panipuri seller from Tamil Nadu received a GST notice after earning an impressive Rs 40 lakh through online payments. This unexpected turn of events has sparked various discussions and hilarious reactions on various social media platforms.
Street food vendors have traditionally been in the informal sector, hence they have usually been exempted from paying taxes because of their small-scale business. However, with the increase in digital payment platforms such as Razorpay and PhonePe, many of these vendors are under the scanner now. The case of the Tamil Nadu panipuri vendor is a classic example, as his UPI transactions went up to Rs 40 lakh in one year, which attracted the attention of the authorities.
The notice, which is going viral on social media, is dated December 17, 2024, under the Tamil Nadu Goods and Services Tax Act and Section 70 of the Central GST Act. This notice seeks clarification on transactions made over the past three years. Specifically, there is a major focus on the substantial amount that was earned during the 2023-24 financial year. The information for this notice was gathered through digital payment platforms where the vendor accepted payments for his popular snacks.
This GST notice has sparked many reactions on social media. People were shocked and amused by the situation, as some even said they would leave their corporate jobs to sell panipuri on the streets. As UPI payments are getting popular among Indians, many street food vendors, who have been accepting cash for decades, are switching to digital payments.
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