COVID-19 Pandemic: Economic Relief Measures Announced So Far - A Bridge Too Far
COVID-19 Pandemic: Economic Relief Measures Announced So Far - A Bridge Too Far
COVID-19 Pandemic: Economic Relief Measures Announced So Far - A Bridge Too Far
COVID-19 Pandemic:
Economic Relief Measures Announced So Far - A Bridge Too Far
The Covid-19 pandemic is having an overwhelming impact on global order. These are testing
times for nations. For India and for most other countries, the outbreak presents twin
challenges, not only containing the virus spread, but also limiting the economic impact in an
already slowing economy.
But extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures. Considering the prevailing
circumstances, it is vital to understand the manner in which Covid-19 has impacted the well
reforms and businesses in India. A timely evaluated ease out from the lockdown, along with a
well calibrated monetary and fiscal stimulus would be critical to survive the severe blow of the
Covid-19 pandemic.
The Hon'ble Finance Minister on March 24, 2020, announced several important relief
measures, especially on statutory and regulatory compliance matters under Income Tax,
Goods and Service Tax (GST), Customs, Corporate Affairs, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code
and other sectors. This was followed with a relief package amounting to INR 1.70 Lakh
Crores announced under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana for the poor.
India’s Central Bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has endeavored to address the
challenges of shielding the domestic economy from the pandemic by announcing a slew of
relief measures to ease flow of credit into the economy.
The readers should take note that these relief measures can be regarded as temporary in
nature, in view of the current scenario and the subsistence of the same would depend on the
longevity of the pandemic and its after effects.
The key highlights of the relief benefits & economic measures have been hyperlinked with this
informative flyer for your ready reference (For reference - the relief/ economic measures
announced have been collated as of April 25, 2020).
Please note that in the light of potential impact of COVID-19 Pandemic, we are
currently operating at the usual capacity, but working remotely to mitigate the risk and
spread of the virus. Wherever possible, shall perform client meetings "online" rather
than face-to-face, keeping in view all government guidelines with respect to outstation
travels, including international travel. We would strive in ensuring that professional
practice and client commitments are adhered to and well taken care of during these
challenging times.
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