Income Tax Department Uncovers Rs 1070 Crore in Wrongful Claims by 90,000 Salaried Individuals



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The Income Tax Department has identified approximately £1.07 billion in incorrect tax deductions claimed by around 90,000 salaried individuals. These deductions, made under various sections of the Income Tax Act, were found to be erroneous during recent departmental operations. The department is now contacting employers and individuals to rectify these claims and encourage voluntary compliance to avoid penalties.

As of December 31, 2024, approximately 90,000 salaried individuals from both public sector undertakings (PSUs) and the private sector have voluntarily withdrawn incorrect tax deductions totalling Rs 1,070 crore. This revelation comes from government sources following a series of search, seizure, and survey operations carried out by the Income Tax Department. During these operations, it was found that many taxpayers had claimed erroneous deductions under sections 80C, 80D, 80E, 80G, 80GGB, and 8
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The Income Tax Department has uncovered approximately £1,070 crore (around £1.07 billion) in wrongful tax claims.

Around 90,000 salaried individuals from both public sector and private sector organisations are involved.

Commonly misused sections include 80C, 80D, 80E, 80G, 80GGB, and 80GGC.

The department is identifying taxpayers who claimed fraudulent deductions, reaching out to them and their employers, and conducting outreach programs to raise awareness and encourage voluntary rectification of returns.

Taxpayers are encouraged to update their returns within two years from the end of the relevant assessment year to avoid further penalties.

Yes, as of December 31, 2024, around 90,000 taxpayers have amended their ITRs and paid the necessary additional taxes.




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