Former CBIC Chairman Vivek Johri has described the Centre’s proposed GST rate structure as “balanced, bold and hard to reject.” He said the package is largely revenue-neutral, simplifies compliance, and could boost domestic demand, particularly in labour-intensive sectors. Former Chairman Najib Shah added that while the proposal is audacious, states will need assurance that revenues remain stable. Both experts flagged challenges around reclassification of goods and state-level revenue concerns ahead of the GST Council meeting.