I-T Dept drive to boost advance tax awareness

In a proactive effort to enhance tax compliance and promote awareness about advance tax obligations, the Income Tax Department, Shimla today organised a comprehensive outreach programme. The event brought together tax professionals, members of the Chartered Accountants Association, representatives from the hospitality sector and top taxpayers from the region.

Held under the guidance of Shalini Bhargava, Principal Commissioner, Income Tax-1, Chandigarh, and the leadership of Raja Ghosh, Additional Commissioner, Income Tax, Range Shimla, the session aimed to clarify the intricacies of advance tax under the Income Tax Act, 1961.

The programme began with an informative presentation by Narender Kumar from Circle Shimla. Using an engaging slide show, he explained key aspects of advance tax—who is liable, how to calculate and pay it, and the mutual benefits it offers to both the taxpayer and the exchequer.