The Punjab Accountants Association is suing the government to rectify the inaccurate GST notice.

[AshaKanta Sharma]

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.