State Taxes Deptt focuses on data analytics to detect ITC misuse, boost revenue
Srinagar, Jan 3: In a significant push towards enhanced revenue mobilisation and stricter GST compliance, Additional Commissioner, State Taxes (Administration and Enforcement), Kashmir Division, Parveez Ahmad Raina, chaired a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials of the department.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Enforcement (Central), Deputy Commissioner IT, State Taxes Officers, and other key functionaries from across the Kashmir Division.
The deliberations covered a wide range of critical issues, including enforcement measures, advanced data analytics, revenue realisation up to December 31, 2025, progress in cash settlements, audit cases under Section 65 of the JKGST Act, time-barred cases for FY 2021-22 under Section 73, and concerted action against fake Input Tax Credit (ITC) frauds.
Officers presented in-depth updates on enforcement activities and the effective deployment of IT-enabled data analytical tools. A detailed sector-wise analysis was undertaken to pinpoint vulnerabilities and bolster compliance mechanisms.
Highlighting the division’s performance, it was noted that the Kashmir Division has recorded an impressive 16.55 per cent year-on-year growth in cash revenue and 4.56 per cent growth in settlement revenue for the current financial year 2025-26 (up to December 31, 2025), reflecting the positive outcomes of rate rationalisation measures introduced under the GST 2.0 framework. Fresh targets were assigned to circles to ensure achievement of the allocated revenue goals for the remaining period of the financial year.
The meeting also acknowledged the beneficial impact of GST 2.0 reforms in simplifying tax structures, easing the burden on essential goods, and fostering fair trade practices.
The Additional Commissioner underscored the need for intensified efforts in key areas, including expeditious recovery through DRC-03, reversal of ineligible IGST claims, and optimal cash utilisation under Rule 86B. He directed officers to redouble their focus on these priorities while continuing to leverage cutting-edge data analytics tools to detect and deter ITC misuse.
Raina further emphasised continuous skill upgradation of field teams to strengthen capabilities in combating tax evasion and promoting ethical trade practices. “The State Taxes Department remains steadfast in building a transparent, technology-driven, and taxpayer-friendly ecosystem. The encouraging growth trajectory achieved so far is a testament to our collective efforts, and with renewed focus on enforcement and compliance, we are confident of surpassing our annual targets while protecting revenue and consumer interests,” the Additional Commissioner stated.
