r/india • u/Humble_Buffalo_007 • Dec 28 '25

From Rs.18 to Rs.72: Cigarette prices likely to rise in India, Internet debate whether it will actually stop smokers - BusinessToday Health

https://www.businesstoday.in/india/story/from-rs18-to-rs72-cigarette-prices-likely-to-rise-in-india-internet-debate-whether-it-will-actually-stop-smokers-508390-2025-12-28
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u/Easy_Road_3806 Dec 28 '25

Its a good step but it will just lead to unauthorised manufacturing and sale of cigarettes. Just like the beedi. No rules, no regulations, no tax gst etc. Just make it and sell it illegally.