Central GST Audit Commissionerate Detects ₹1,040 Crore Tax Evasion in Andhra Pradesh Till July, Says offical

By: Admin | August 27, 2024 | Categories: GST Recent News | 4 Min Read

The Central GST Audit Commissionerate in Andhra Pradesh has uncovered tax evasion totaling ₹1,040 crore and successfully recovered ₹108 crore from 370 units across five circles in the state up to July 2024. Anand Kumar Pulapaka, the Commissioner of Central GST Audit Commissionerate, Andhra Pradesh, shared these details during the inauguration of a new chamber at the Assistant Commissioner’s office in Nellore on Monday.

Key Highlights:

  • Offices and Audit: The Commissionerate has offices in Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Guntur, Nellore, and Tirupati, with plans to establish additional offices in Anantapur and Kurnool. They aim to audit 532 units across Andhra Pradesh by the end of the year, focusing on suspicious business firms under their jurisdiction.
  • Audit Groups: Currently, only 25 audit groups are operating under the Commissionerate, with each group consisting of two to three officers. Despite limited resources, they detected tax evasion of ₹133.5 crore last year, recovering ₹15.5 crore from 352 establishments during the first seven months of the year. Out of 1,140 identified units, 603 were audited.
  • Role of GST Audit: Mr. Anand Kumar emphasized the importance of GST audits in identifying deficiencies in financial records, allowing taxpayers to address any tax liabilities before further investigations. He also highlighted how proper GST collection contributes to national development, aligning with the vision of ‘Vikasit Bharat 2047’.
  • Outreach and Support: The Commissioner has been actively touring Andhra Pradesh, engaging with trade organizations, and visiting local offices to address concerns. During his visit to Nellore, he met with representatives from the Institute of Chartered Accounts of India, SIRC, and the Chamber of Commerce, and assured officers of infrastructural support.

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