GST authorities have uncovered a massive scam involving 29,273 bogus firms suspected of evading Input Tax Credit (ITC) worth Rs 44,015 crore. This sustained drive, initiated in May 2023, has led to the apprehension of 121 individuals. The operation has already saved Rs 4,646 crore through blocked ITC and direct recoveries. In the last quarter of 2023 alone, 4,153 fake firms and Rs 12,036 crore in suspected evasion were identified, resulting in 41 arrests.
29,273 bogus firms involved in suspected Input Tax Credit (ITC) evasion of Rs. 44,015 crore detected in a sustained drive against non-existent taxpayers by GST formations across the country since May 2023; 121 arrested
To curb frauds in Goods and Services Tax (GST) and increase compliance, the GS
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FAQ :
A total of 29,273 bogus firms have been identified in the suspected Input Tax Credit (ITC) evasion scam.
The suspected Input Tax Credit (ITC) evasion amounts to Rs 44,015 crore.
So far, 121 individuals have been arrested in connection with these cases.
The drive has protected Rs 4,646 crore, with Rs 3,802 crore saved by blocking ITC and Rs 844 crore by way of recovery.
Measures include pilot projects for biometric-based Aadhaar authentication during registration and enhanced use of data analytics for detecting fake ITC.
In the quarter ending December 2023, 4,153 bogus firms were detected, involving suspected ITC evasion of around Rs 12,036 crore.