GST Council may Offer Amnesty to Small Vendors Flagged via UPI Data: Tax Commissioner

The GST Council may consider granting an amnesty to small vendors who have been flagged for non-compliance based on their UPI transaction data. According to a tax commissioner, the move would provide a solution to the discomfort and confusion caused by tax notices among small business owners. The official highlighted that many of these vendors lack digital literacy and are unaware of their legal obligations. The proposal suggests a practical approach to bring these small businesses into the tax fold without imposing harsh penalties, thereby promoting tax compliance through education and a forgiving policy.