The Punjab Accountants Association has urged the Finance Minister of Punjab to address the issue of ambiguous and inaccurate GST Form DRC-01 notices, which are causing stress for compliant traders and industrialists. The association claims that the GST Department's procedural oversight in issuing notices without thorough examination breaches Rule 99 under Section 61 of the CGST Act, resulting in inaccurate notices. The association criticizes ETOs for disregarding proper verification processes and violating established procedures, highlighting the potential irreparable harm and mental strain placed on businesses and accounting professionals. The association urges urgent rectification of procedural irregularities and cancellation of GST notices sent to law-abiding entities. The association also requests a reasonable timeframe for businesses to respond using Form ASMT-11, ensuring a fair decision by the law. The association hopes for a positive outcome that positively impacts registered individuals across Punjab and expresses gratitude for any corrective measures taken.
The Punjab Accountants Association is suing the government to rectify the inaccurate GST notice.
02 Jan 2024
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Punjab Accountants Association Challenges Government Over Inaccurate GST Notices Violating Rule 99 Under Section 61 of CGST Act
The Punjab Accountants Association is taking legal action against the government to address inaccurate GST Form DRC-01 notices. These notices, issued without proper examination, allegedly violate Rule 99 under Section 61 of the CGST Act, causing undue stress to compliant traders and industrialists. The association criticizes the failure of enforcement officers to follow verification procedures, leading to potential harm to businesses and accounting professionals. They demand the cancellation of erroneous notices and a reasonable timeframe for businesses to respond using Form ASMT-11, aiming for a fair resolution that benefits registered individuals in Punjab.
The Punjab Accountants Association is taking legal action against the government to address inaccurate GST Form DRC-01 notices. These notices, issued without proper examination, allegedly violate Rule 99 under Section 61 of the CGST Act, causing undue stress to compliant traders and industrialists. The association criticizes the failure of enforcement officers to follow verification procedures, leading to potential harm to businesses and accounting professionals. They demand the cancellation of erroneous notices and a reasonable timeframe for businesses to respond using Form ASMT-11, aiming for a fair resolution that benefits registered individuals in Punjab.