CGST Mumbai Zone busts case of non-payment of GST and fraud ITC availment



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The CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate has uncovered a significant case involving the non-payment of Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the fraudulent claiming of Input Tax Credit (ITC), totalling Rs 78 crore. The investigation targeted M/S A S Agri and Aqua LLP, leading to the arrest of several partners. The firm allegedly failed to pay Rs 53 crore in GST on advance payments for work contract services and fraudulently claimed Rs 25 crore in ITC for immovable property construction, which is not permissible. While the firm has voluntarily paid Rs 35 crore of the total liability, the CGST Mumbai Zone continues its intensified drive against tax evaders.

The Bhiwandi Commissionerate of Central Goods and Service Tax (CGST) on Saturday busted a case of non payment of GST and fraudulent availment of ITC that amounted to Rs 78 crore. CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate in Mumbai Zone busts case of non-payment of GST and fraudulent availment of ITC, amounti
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FAQ :

The total amount involved in the GST fraud case busted by CGST Bhiwandi is Rs 78 crore.

The firm involved is M/S A S Agri and Aqua LLP, with GSTIN 27ABLFA4344D1ZM.

The firm allegedly did not pay Rs 53 crore in GST on advance payments for work contract services and fraudulently availed Rs 25 crore in ITC on the construction of immovable property.

Yes, several partners of the firm have been arrested and are in judicial custody.

Yes, the firm has voluntarily discharged Rs 35 crore of the total GST liability.

This case is part of a special drive launched by the CGST Mumbai Zone against tax fraudsters and fake ITC networks.




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