Jaipur, October 2026: The Rajasthan Commercial Taxes Department has launched a major crackdown on suspected Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion and tax irregularities, uncovering potential discrepancies worth approximately ₹3.15 crore during inspections and surveys at nine business establishments across the state.
The department conducted the operations on October 9 and 10 in Jaipur, Alwar, Kota, Hanumangarh and Dausa as part of a special drive to curb tax evasion, protect government revenue and ensure compliance with GST regulations.
During the investigations, taxpayers voluntarily deposited approximately ₹2.21 crore. Officials examined physical stock, accounting records, purchase and sales transactions, and claims relating to input tax credit (ITC). Documents were seized where necessary, and summons were issued to certain taxpayers as further investigations commenced.
Oil Industry in Kota Deposits ₹1.21 Crore
In Kota, officials investigated M/s Riddhi Siddhi Oil Industries and detected alleged irregularities involving the claiming of input tax credit against exempt supplies.
The potential tax liability was estimated at approximately ₹1.60 crore. During the investigation, the taxpayer voluntarily deposited ₹1,21,38,000 by October 10. Examination of the relevant records and further proceedings are continuing.
Jaipur: Textile Printer, Food Businesses Under Scrutiny
At M/s Bagru Hastkala Printers in Bagru, Jaipur, officials identified a suspected discrepancy in the GST rates applied to textile sales. The establishment allegedly deposited GST at a uniform rate of 5 per cent on all products instead of applying the prescribed rates.
Following a discrepancy between physical stock and recorded inventory, the taxpayer voluntarily deposited ₹13,17,074. The potential tax liability in the case was estimated at around ₹15 lakh.
At Gopal Singh Patasi Bhandar in Jaipur’s C-Scheme area, an investigation into suspected tax liability irregularities indicated a potential amount of approximately ₹20 lakh. The establishment deposited ₹3.32 lakh.
Officials also examined Bombay Misthan Bhandar over the alleged utilisation of ineligible input tax credit related to restaurant services. A review of transactions and records for the relevant period in the 2021–22 financial year indicated potential tax irregularities of around ₹40 lakh. The taxpayer deposited ₹25.04 lakh through Form DRC-03 during the investigation.
Two Transport Companies Investigated in Alwar
The department took action against Shabbir Khan Transport Company and Rajasthan Golden Transport Company in Alwar over suspected irregularities involving input tax credit.
Investigators found cases involving the claiming of ITC despite the provision of transport services under a 5 per cent tax rate or as exempt supplies.
Against a potential tax liability of approximately ₹21.85 lakh, Shabbir Khan Transport Company deposited ₹21.29 lakh. Rajasthan Golden Transport Company deposited approximately ₹22.83 lakh against the estimated liability in its case.
Officials also investigated Rahul Decor and the associated firm Nikhil Foam and Furnishing in Alwar over suspected purchases and sales without valid documentation. Physical stock was verified, and relevant records were examined. The potential tax liability was estimated at around ₹12 lakh.
Sweet Shop in Hanumangarh Deposits ₹7 Lakh
In Nohar, Hanumangarh district, officials inspected Shri Hari Sweets over suspicions that the actual volume of business had been underreported, potentially resulting in tax evasion.
The preliminary investigation indicated a potential tax liability of approximately ₹7.30 lakh. The taxpayer voluntarily deposited ₹7 lakh during the inspection.
Mobile Trader Raided in Dausa
In Mahuwa, Dausa district, the department took action against M/s Khandelwal Telecom Centre in connection with an alleged failure to pay tax liabilities.
The investigation team searched the business premises and the proprietor’s residence, verified physical stock and seized relevant documents. The taxpayer deposited ₹7 lakh.
Department Warns of Continued Enforcement
The Commercial Taxes Department said it would continue examining purchase and sales records, physical inventories, tax returns and input tax credit claims to prevent tax evasion.
The department said the objective was to improve transparency in the tax system, protect compliant businesses and prevent revenue losses.
Further action will be taken in accordance with the law after obtaining the necessary documents and explanations from the taxpayers concerned.
The department reiterated that strict action would continue against suspected tax evasion, concealment of business turnover, application of incorrect tax rates and the claiming of ineligible input tax credit.
