New Delhi - Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, urged industries to stop persistently demanding tax cuts, emphasising that the government requires funds to implement welfare schemes for the underprivileged. 

Speaking at an event, the Road Transport and Highways Minister said India’s logistics cost—currently at 14-16 per cent—will be slashed to 9 per cent within two years, making the country more competitive in global markets. 

Gadkari further cautioned businesses against repeatedly seeking reductions in Goods and Services Tax (GST) and other levies. “Do not ask for . . .