Excelsior Correspondent
UDHAMPUR, May 4: The Enforcement Wing of the State Tax Department, Udhampur, in its sustained drive against tax evasion, has achieved significant success by realizing a penalty of Rs 11.93 lakh from two tax defaulters during a recent operation.
The interception was carried out on the intervening night of April 30 and May 1 after a well-coordinated efforts by the enforcement team. This operation marks the second major success within a week, the first being a penalty of Rs 6.29 lakh, other than several other minor recoveries.
This achievement reflects the effective command and control of the Commissioner, PK. Bhat, over tax administration and the robust implementation of GST laws by field enforcement formations.
Acting on the inputs, Anil Kumar Chandail, Deputy Commissioner, two teams led by STOs Ayush Sharma and Kamal Gupta were mobilized. The vehicles were found carrying scrap goods without proper documentation, leading to the imposition and recovery of penalties as per GST provisions. The Enforcement Wing has realized a total penalty of Rs 18.22 lakh.
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