CM announces major tax relief
Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced extensive tax relief measures in the 2025-26 provincial budget aimed at stimulating economic growth and easing financial burdens on citizens.
In addition to the reliefs included in the Finance Bill, several incentives have been formalised through amendments to key laws. The measures span both tax and non-tax sectors, targeting agriculture, transport, education, and small businesses.
To support farmers amid a 30.7% decline in cotton production, the cotton fee has been abolished.
The drainage cess has also been removed to counteract erratic weather effects.
A 50% reduction has been approved in fees for property transfers, certified copies, sales, solvency, and inheritance certificates.
The annual tax on commercial vehicles has been cut to Rs1,000, and professional tax has been completely abolished.
The Sindh Assembly passed amendments to seven laws, including the repeal of the Sindh Entertainment Duty Act 1958, and changes to the Stamp Act, Motor Vehicles Act, and Local Government Act, eliminating the local cess.
Stamp duty on third-party motor insurance is now fixed at Rs50, and two-wheelers are exempt from mandatory insurance.
The entertainment duty has been removed entirely, benefiting cinemas, theatres, art councils, and cultural venues.
The sales tax exemption limit for small businesses has been increased to Rs4 million, and for restaurants and caterers, to Rs5 million, offering Rs400 million in relief.
Terming the initiatives as "progressive and people-centric," the CM said the budget reflects a strong commitment to economic revitalisation, equitable taxation, and long-term development in Sindh.
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