Srinagar, Mar 12: Additional Commissioner State Taxes (Administration & Enforcement), Kashmir, Parveez Ahmad Raina on Thursday chaired a review meeting to assess the performance and progress of the department across the Kashmir Division.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners State Taxes Enforcement (North/Central Kashmir) Shahnawaz Shah, Deputy Commissioner State Taxes IT and Data Analytics Kashmir Reyaz Ahmad Shah, and jurisdictional State Taxes Officers of the division.
The review focused on key issues including year-on-year revenue realisation, action on reports generated by GST Analytics and Fraud Detection (BISAG), growth in cash and IGST settlements, and progress in cases initiated under Section 65 of the JK GST/CGST Act. Discussions also covered efforts to curb fake Input Tax Credit (ITC), follow-up on nil-filers, scrutiny of returns under Section 61, enforcement activities, and utilisation of analytical reports.
During the circle-wise review, the Additional Commissioner evaluated progress made by each circle in achieving revenue targets, including realisation through DRC-03 assessments and action against non-filers as per the provisions of the Act.
Raina stressed the need to effectively use data and intelligence generated by specialised units such as the Special Investigation Unit (SIU), Business Intelligence Unit (BIU), and field enforcement teams to curb fake ITC and other fraudulent practices. He emphasized meticulous scrutiny of reports and integration of field inputs to strengthen enforcement and safeguard government revenue.
Later, Commissioner State Taxes, Jammu and Kashmir, P.K. Bhat joined the meeting virtually and provided strategic guidance. He highlighted the positive impact of recent GST rate rationalisation in sectors such as cement and automobiles, which is expected to boost consumption and simplify compliance.
The Commissioner also stressed the need to address fake input tax credit frauds, examine TDS mismatches for FY 2020–21, and initiate proceedings under Section 74 of the Act where required. He called for strict monitoring of dormant dealers and taxpayers who have not commenced business, making them liable for registration cancellation under Section 29.
Bhat urged officers to adopt technology-driven analytics, ensure rigorous follow-up on show-cause notices, and take proactive action against tax evasion. He reiterated the department’s commitment to achieving revenue targets, eliminating fraudulent practices, and ensuring a transparent and fair tax system in the Union Territory.