India, Oct. 11 -- The Delhi government has accelerated the processing of GST refunds, disbursing a record Rs.694 crore so far this fiscal, chief minister Rekha Gupta announced on Friday, calling it a reflection of her administration's push for "Ease of Doing Business."

According to officials, the department of trade and taxes has cleared 7,375 refund applications between April and September of FY 2025-26 - the fastest disbursal pace in recent years. Of this, Rs.227 crore was credited in September alone, marking the highest-ever monthly payout in Delhi's GST refund history.

"This Diwali, Delhi's traders will celebrate not only the festival of lights but also a festival of progress," Gupta said. "Our goal is to ensure every trader, big or...