CA & Advocate Arrested In ₹1 Cr GST Evasion Via Bogus Firms

Authorities arrested a Chartered Accountant and an advocate for orchestrating a ₹1 crore GST evasion racket using eight bogus firms. The duo allegedly generated fake invoices and fraudulent Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims. The arrests highlight professional misconduct within regulated professions and underline the government’s tightening enforcement against GST fraud. The case shows how intermediaries exploit regulatory loopholes to defraud revenue. It also reflects increasing collaboration between investigative agencies and GST authorities to detect and curb fake billing networks. The crackdown serves as a deterrent to professionals misusing their expertise for tax evasion. It reinforces the seriousness with which authorities treat white-collar tax crimes and strengthens the integrity of the GST system.