CBIC Empowers Additional/Joint Commissioners to Adjudicate DGGI Notices Under Key GST Sections from 1st Dec 2024

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has empowered additional and joint commissioners to adjudicate notices under key GST sections from 1st December 2024. This move aims to streamline the resolution of GST-related disputes and improve efficiency. The newly empowered officials will handle notices under sections like 74, 129, and 130 of the GST Act, which deal with demands, detention of goods, and seizure. The decision is expected to reduce the workload on senior officials and expedite the adjudication process. This step comes as part of a broader effort by CBIC to enhance governance in GST enforcement, making it more accessible to taxpayers while ensuring timely dispute resolution.