E-Way Bills Surge in December, Second-Highest in Two Years

In December 2024, e-way bills reached their second-highest level in two years, indicating a strong recovery in India’s economy. Data shows that a total of 8.8 crore e-way bills were generated during the month, marking a significant 9.3% increase from the previous month and a 7.4% rise compared to the same period last year. This growth reflects an uptrend in economic activity, boosted by increased transportation and trade movements.

Key Takeaways

E-Way Bills Growth: December 2024 saw 8.8 crore e-way bills, second only to the 9 crore mark achieved in December 2022.

Month-on-Month & Year-on-Year Comparison: The number of bills rose by 9.3% compared to November 2024 and by 7.4% when compared to December 2023.

Indicators of Economic Recovery: The rise in e-way bills suggests a strong economic rebound, aided by enhanced business and industrial activities.

Seasonal Trends: E-way bills usually peak around festive months, and this December’s surge aligns with higher consumption during the holiday season, driven by increased sales and transportation.

Historical Context

Looking back, the highest-ever e-way bill generation occurred in December 2022, with a total of 9 crore bills, driven by strong demand and economic recovery post-pandemic. The consistency in numbers over two years underscores the resilience of the Indian economy and its evolving trade patterns.

Summary of the news

Why in News Key Points
E-way bills in December 2024 112 million e-way bills generated, 17.6% increase YoY, second-highest in two years. Surge expected to boost GST collections for January 2025.
Economic Impact Surge indicates higher manufacturing activity, signaling economic growth.
GST and e-way bills Increased e-way bill generation likely to result in a positive GST collection in January 2025.
PMI vs E-way Bills PMI for December dropped to 56.4, reflecting slower manufacturing growth compared to e-way bill data.
Piyush Shukla

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