RAI Update: Legal Metrology Issues MRP Revision Notice

The Retailers Association of India (RAI) has shared an important update following its formal submission to the Department of Legal Metrology regarding the change in GST rates effective 22 September 2025.

In response to RAI’s representation, the Legal Metrology Department has now issued a notification directing retailers to declare revised Maximum Retail Prices (MRPs) for all unsold pre-packaged goods impacted by the new GST rates.

The official notification can be accessed here: Click to View

RAI, which represents over 14,000 member establishments and nearly 700,000 retail stores across India, had highlighted the need for clarity and smooth implementation of GST 2.0 to avoid disruption in retail operations. The association stressed that retailers needed guidance on price adjustments to maintain compliance with the updated taxation framework.

This measure ensures that consumers are charged accurately under the revised GST structure, while retailers can seamlessly align with regulatory requirements.