The Uttarakhand GST Department has arrested Shahnawaz Hussain, the alleged mastermind of a tax evasion scheme that defrauded the government of over Rs 18 crore on a Rs 100-crore turnover. This breakthrough follows a year-long, sophisticated investigation involving advanced technology and multiple agencies. The operation has led to significant recoveries, the cancellation of over 90 firm registrations, and the freezing of 300 bank accounts.
Extensive Year-Long Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests and Significant Cash Seizures
Uttarakhand, India - In a major breakthrough, the Uttarakhand GST Department has apprehended Shahnawaz Hussain, the mastermind behind an alleged tax evasion scheme, resulting in losses of more than Rs 18 cro
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FAQ :
Shahnawaz Hussain, the alleged mastermind behind the tax evasion scheme, has been arrested by the Uttarakhand GST Department.
The tax evasion scheme resulted in losses of more than Rs 18 crore on a turnover of Rs 100 crore.
The investigation utilised advanced technology including drones, digital tracking software like FALKAN, Artificial Superintelligence (ASI), and electronic surveillance.
Approximately Rs 15 crore has been recovered, including Rs 2.5 crore in cash and Rs 12.3 crore in IGST outflow. Additionally, 300 bank accounts have been frozen.
The registration of over 90 firms within the state jurisdiction has been cancelled.
Investigators suspect the involvement of individuals from Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi, Bihar, and Rajasthan.