ED Uncovers Multi-Crore Fake ITC Scam, Big MNCs Under Lens

Last updated: 15 September 2025


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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered a significant multi-crore fake Input Tax Credit (ITC) scam operating across India. Preliminary investigations reveal that several large multinational corporations have benefited from these fraudulent transactions, which involved bogus invoices and siphoning off funds. Searches conducted by the ED have led to the freezing of bank accounts and seizure of assets, exposing a widespread misuse of the GST system.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday said its preliminary investigation into a multi-crore, pan-India fake ITC racket has revealed that several multinational corporations (MNCs) benefited from these fraudulent transactions. The ED's Itanagar office, along with its teams across Delhi, Haryana,
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The ED has uncovered a multi-crore, pan-India fake Input Tax Credit (ITC) racket.

Several multinational corporations (MNCs) are under investigation for benefiting from these fraudulent transactions.

The ED has conducted searches, frozen bank accounts, seized immovable property documents, and recovered incriminating records as part of the probe.

The scam involved the widespread use of bogus invoicing, fake e-way bills, and layered fund transfers to siphon off illicit gains.

Yes, proprietors of Rainbow Enterprises and A K Enterprises admitted to availing fake ITC, and Tanor Engineering was found to have fraudulently claimed ITC. Vinardh Automobiles and Jai Shree Balaji Traders/Trading Co. also showed fictitious turnovers.

The findings highlight a systemic challenge in curbing GST frauds through dummy firms and fabricated invoices, with large MNCs benefiting from these fraudulent credits within supply chains.




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