Karnataka HC Directs CBDT to Extend Tax Audit Due Date

The Karnataka High Court directed the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to extend the deadline for filing tax audits. The extension was ordered due to technical glitches and procedural delays affecting taxpayers and chartered accountants. The Court noted that strict adherence to deadlines without addressing system inefficiencies could create unnecessary hardship. It instructed the CBDT to notify a revised deadline, allowing professionals sufficient time to comply without facing penalties. This judgment highlights the judiciary’s recognition of practical challenges in tax administration and emphasizes that procedural compliance should consider feasibility and fairness.