Commission urges traders to utilise One-Time Settlement Scheme

Patiala, February 12

During a meeting of the Punjab State Traders Commission at the Committee Hall of the District Administrative Complex today, the chairman, Anil Thakur, discussed the implementation of the One-Time Settlement Scheme.

Thakur urged traders in Patiala to take advantage of this scheme to settle outstanding dues, especially for cases with total demands up to Rs 1 crore. During the meeting, the participants engaged in constructive dialogue surrounding the challenges of GST compliance and explored strategies to combat evasion while fostering a dealer-friendly environment.

Thakur also asked the traders about the ‘Mera bill’ app as a tool to facilitate the settlement process and addressed concerns related to various wings such as the excise, mobile, and GST. The collaborative effort between traders and the department was highlighted as crucial in combating tax evasion, enhancing revenue collection, and expediting the resolution of cases. Traders and the Department reaffirmed their commitment to working hand-in-hand to achieve these objectives.