E-way bill: Do we need it at all?

The industry, struggling with multiple filings under the GST regime, is concerned about the manner in which e-way bills would operate

One of the key objectives of the goods and services tax (GST) was removal of all non-tariff barriers, such as check posts, entry tax etc., so that movement of goods across states could be smoother, resulting in consequent supply chain efficiencies.

After GST has come in, more than 20 states have already done away with check post, which has reportedly reduced the transit time of transportation by 30 to 40 per cent. This is great news for businesses as well as consumers, as this would ultimately reduce the prices of commodities.

However, the industry is concerned as to whether this