Presentations and discussions at the ISDG policy dialogue series on GST held on 19th August 2016. ISDG working paper on GST was released by Prof M.A Oommen. Prof. Jose Sebastian presented the paper. Dr. Harilal, Dr. Ravi Raman and C. P John participated in the policy dialogue.  Dr. Anitha gave the technical details and perspective of GST implimentation. Prof M. A oommen responded to the paper and chaired the Session. More than 120 people participated in the event.