“Unlike you people, we take a break at this time of the year,” said Samir Pal, one of the idol-makers who earn their livelihood from Kumartuli. “But this year, I wish I was still working because we hardly made any money during Durga Puja. #GST #BJP We paid almost double for raw materials because of GST (Goods and Services Tax) but were unable to pass on the burden to customers because idols are exempt from GST-Samir Pal #BJP