A post from a Bengaluru resident has caught the attention of the internet. Sanchit, employed as a category manager at Flipkart, took to Twitter to express his frustration. He stated that he’s required to give 30% of his income as tax to the government, leaving him with only a small portion for his own needs.
Even when he attempted to purchase caffeinated beverages with the money that remained, he encountered an additional 28% tax. This made him realize that he was putting in long hours of work just to contribute more than 50% of his earnings to the government. Sanchit shed light on the burden faced by those who earn a salary.
In another tweet, Sanchit shed further light on the taxes imposed even on basic necessities like sugar, cream, and a chocolate bar. By breaking down the tax calculations, he pointed out that the government collects around 27.5% of the final cost of a chocolate bar through different taxes, including an 18% GST on sugar, cocoa, condensed milk, and cream.
Sanchit’s tweets have garnered significant attention online, with Twitter users sharing their own grievances. While some segments of the internet agreed with him, others held differing opinions.
Several users underscored how taxes impact middle-class salaried individuals, highlighting that a significant portion of their work is dedicated to fulfilling tax obligations.
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