CGST Raid on Jalandhar's Famous Dhaba: Rs 3 Crore Cash Seized, Tax Evasion Suspected



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The Central GST department has conducted a major raid at the popular Agarwal Dhaba in Jalandhar, seizing approximately Rs 3 crore in cash. The operation, which began early Tuesday morning, was prompted by suspicions of large-scale tax evasion. Officials found the majority of the cash at the owner's residence and are currently examining tax documents and sealed mobile phones for further evidence.

The Central GST department on Tuesday (18th November) recovered cash worth nearly Rs 3 crore during a raid at the well-known Agarwal Dhaba on Cool Road, Jalandhar. The operation, which began around 8 am, uncovered significant irregularities in the establishment's tax records, officials said. According to sources, the CGST team launched the raid after receiving inputs regarding large-scale tax evasion by the dhaba operator. Under the leadership of Superintendent Kulwant Rai, officers searched th
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FAQ :

Nearly Rs 3 crore in cash was seized during the raid.

The raid was conducted after the CGST department received information suggesting significant tax evasion by the dhaba operator.

The majority of the cash was found at the owner's residence.

Officials also sealed 1-2 mobile phones believed to contain crucial information related to the case.

The investigation is ongoing, with tax documents and mobile phones being examined. A formal statement will be issued after the investigation concludes.




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