Saxena on February 19 wrote a letter to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal “advising” him to ask the Finance Minister to hold a detailed enquiry in alleged GST evasions, and tighten tax administration. Delhi has achieved “inglorious distinction” of recording the highest tax evasion in the country. In all, 483 “bogus firms” were detected, which accounted for ₹3,028 crore of tax evasion, Mr. Saxena said in his letter. In all, 483 “bogus firms” were detected, which accounted for ₹3,028 crore of tax evasion, Mr. Saxena said in his letter. The report for the third quarter brings out “shocking” facts about the extent of tax evasion prevailing in Delhi, the LG said referring to the alleged goods and services tax (GST) evasions.

Source: The Hindu February 20, 2024 12:04 UTC