Major racket of fake invoicing of Rs 7896 crore busted involving network of 23 shell companies



Quick Summary
The Central Tax, Delhi West Commissionerate has uncovered a significant fake invoicing operation totalling Rs 7896 crore. This racket involved 23 shell companies that generated invoices for non-existent goods, fraudulently claiming Rs 1709 crore in Input Tax Credit (ITC). Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the case and remanded to 14 days judicial custody for offences under the CGST Act, 2017.

Two Accused Arrested Remanded to 14 Days Judicial Custody The officers of Anti Evasion wing of Central Tax, Delhi West Commissionerate have busted a major racket of fake invoicing of Rs.7896 crore involving fraudulent Input Tax Credit (ITC) of Rs.1709 crore, using a network of 23 shell companies, which procured and generated invoices without actual supply of goods and availed as well as passed on ITC. Two persons have been arrested on 29.02.2020, in this matter. The accused persons were e
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 - Rs.1999
1799
(Excl. of GST ₹323)

2 Years PLAN - Rs.3499
3149
(Excl. of GST ₹566)

BEST VALUE
3 Years PLAN - Rs.4999
4499
(Excl. of GST ₹809)

View all CCI PRO benefits

Already a PRO member? Login here for an ad-free experience. 07941056694

FAQ :

The total value of the fake invoicing racket was Rs 7896 crore.

The fraudulent Input Tax Credit (ITC) claimed amounted to Rs 1709 crore.

A network of 23 shell companies was involved in the racket.

The shell companies procured and generated invoices without the actual supply of goods, and then availed and passed on Input Tax Credit.

Two people have been arrested in connection with the racket.

The accused have committed offences under Section 132(1)(b) and Section 132(1)(c) of the CGST Act, 2017, which are cognizable and non-bailable.




News posted by

Finance news reporter covering taxation, GST, income tax, business compliance, and economy updates. I simplify complex financial topics into easy-to-understand articles for professionals, taxpayers, and business owners on leading finance and tax platforms.

Comments :


More »

Popular News





CCI Pro



Company
Featured 07 November 2026
Paid Assisstant

DPV & Associates

Chennai

CA Inter

View Details
Company
Featured 07 November 2026
Chartered Accountant

DPV & Associates

Chennai

CA

View Details
Company
28 October 2026
Assistant Director/ Associate Director-Finance & Accounting

Krea University

Chennai

CA

View Details
Company
16 October 2026
CA article trainee

Zerdi & Co. Chartered Accountants

Pune

CA Inter

View Details
Company
ARTICLESHIP 28 October 2026
Article assistants

Shyam S Gupta and Company

New Delhi

CA Inter

View Details
Company
19 October 2026
Accountants/Articles (Freshers/Experienced)

ADY & CO.

New Delhi

Graduate (Any)

View Details
Company
10 October 2026
Accounts Associate Level 1

Abic and Mani Chartered Accountants

Kottayam

B.Com

View Details
Company
Featured 29 October 2026
Accounts Executive

Synergy Keystone

Chennai

B.Com

View Details