GST Reform : A timely reform that will make quality education more accessible and affordable : Prajodh Rajan, Co-Founder and Group CEO, Lighthouse Learning

The recent announcement by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to reduce GST rates on essential educational items such as maps, charts, globes, etc., is a significant step towards making education more accessible and affordable for the common man.

Please find below a quote from Prajodh Rajan, Co-Founder and Group CEO, Lighthouse Learning Group on this development:

We welcome the government’s move to rationalise GST rates in the education sector. The decision to remove tax on essential learning materials will directly ease the financial burden on parents and schools. This is a timely reform that will make quality education more accessible and affordable to a wider section of society.

At Lighthouse Learning, we believe that access to the right learning tools forms the backbone of a strong educational foundation. This reform is more than just financial relief, it is a signal that education remains a national priority and that the government recognises the importance of reducing barriers for learners and educators alike. By making these essential resources more affordable, families can focus on enabling their children to learn without compromise.

In the long run, such measures, along with more progressive reforms in the near future, will help create an inclusive and future-ready environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.