24 major importers evade Rs 11,000 crore GST payments



Quick Summary
Authorities have uncovered alleged Integrated GST evasion totalling £11,000 crore by 24 major importers. The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) have issued notices to seven companies so far, with more to follow. The importers primarily operate in the steel, pharmaceuticals, gems and jewellery, and textiles sectors. This detection was made possible through advanced data analytics tools.

The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) have detected alleged Integrated GST evasion to the tune of ₹11,000 crore by 24 large importers. So far evasion detected is about ₹11,000 crore in about 24 cases and we have sent notices to seven entities in this regard, a senior official from one of the agencies said. These notices to importers from Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai jurisdictions were sent out over the last 20 days. The agencies
Daily Limit Reached

You have reached your daily limit of 2 Free News

Subscribe to CCI PRO for unlimited access

Why Upgrade to CCI PRO?
  • No Ads
  • WhatsApp Community
  • Daily E-Newsletter
  • Unlimited News Access
  • Profile Visitors
  • Link Social Profiles
  • Featured Job Posts
  • Pro Badge
  • Expert GST Guidance
  • Unlimited Forum Replies
  • Download Content in PDF
1 Year PLAN
1999
(Excl. of GST ₹359)

2 Years PLAN
3499
(Excl. of GST ₹629)

BEST VALUE
3 Years PLAN
4999
(Excl. of GST ₹899)

View all CCI PRO benefits

Already a PRO member? Login here for an ad-free experience. 07941056694

FAQ :

The detected GST evasion amounts to approximately £11,000 crore.

There are 24 major importers allegedly involved in the GST evasion.

The companies are largely from the steel, pharmaceuticals, gems and jewellery, and textiles sectors.

The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) are investigating the evasion.

The evasion was detected based on data generated by the Advanced Analytics in Indirect Taxation (ADVIT) system, which uses advanced data science models.

The government is strengthening ADVIT to capture more importer/exporter information and is launching a two-month intensive drive to detect fake invoices, registrations, and input tax credit claims.




News posted by

Finance news reporter covering taxation, GST, income tax, business compliance, and economy updates. I simplify complex financial topics into easy-to-understand articles for professionals, taxpayers, and business owners on leading finance and tax platforms.

Comments :


More »

Popular News





CCI Pro



Company
Featured ARTICLESHIP 06 October 2026
Semi Qualified

AJAY SINGH AND CO LLP

Thane

CA Final

View Details
Company
ARTICLESHIP 01 October 2026
Articled Assistant

KPSN & Associates LLP

Chennai

CA Inter

View Details
Company
30 September 2026
Senior Accounts Executive

Codeboard Technology

Chennai

MBA

View Details
Company
13 October 2026
Accountant

Zerdi & Co. Chartered Accountants

Pune

B.Com

View Details
Company
ARTICLESHIP 07 October 2026
Article Trainee/ CMA Trainee

RMA And Associates LLP

New Delhi

CA Inter

View Details
Company
12 October 2026
AUDIT , ACCOUNTS AND TAXATION

KDSS

New Delhi

B.Com

View Details
Company
16 October 2026
CA article trainee

Zerdi & Co. Chartered Accountants

Pune

CA Inter

View Details
Company
10 October 2026
Accounts Associate Level 1

Abic and Mani Chartered Accountants

Kottayam

B.Com

View Details