Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Delhi West officials have arrested Karan Kumar Aggarwal in connection with a significant Input Tax Credit (ITC) fraud. Aggarwal, who manages daily operations for M/s Niyati Steels, admitted to availing approximately Rs 7.7 crore in ITC from non-existent suppliers. Further investigations revealed his involvement with six other firms that collectively claimed over Rs 52 crore in ineligible ITC using goods-less invoices worth around Rs 292 crore. He has been remanded to judicial custody for 14 days.
CGST Delhi West officials arrest one for fraudulently availing ITC of more than Rs 8 crore
On the basis of an alert, an investigation against M/s Niyati Steels has been undertaken by CGST Delhi West Commissionerate. One Shri Karan Kumar Aggarwal in his voluntary statements has admitted that he looks after all day-to-day transactions and operations of the said firm. The said firm has availed ITC of Rs 7.7 crore from non-existent entities.
Through further inquiry and the use of analytica
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 :
Karan Kumar Aggarwal was arrested by CGST Delhi West officials.
The alleged fraud involves fraudulently availing Input Tax Credit (ITC) of more than Rs 8 crore by using goods-less invoices from non-existent entities.
Karan Kumar Aggarwal admitted to availing Rs 7.7 crore for M/s Niyati Steels, and further investigation revealed a total of over Rs 52 crore in ineligible ITC claimed by him and associated firms.
He managed daily transactions for M/s Niyati Steels and admitted to using his Aadhaar for six other firms, issuing goods-less invoices, and selling them for commission.
Karan Kumar Aggarwal has been arrested and remanded to Judicial Custody for 14 days. Further investigation is ongoing.