GST CRACKS DOWN ON KASHIPUR-BAZPUR HOTEL TAX EVASION
GST department targets hotel and restaurant tax evasion in Kashipur-Bazpur with inspections and penalties, enforcing compliance and improving revenue,
Ekta Mathew 
KASHIPUR, June 11, 2026 — The GST department begins a targeted campaign against tax evasion by hotel and restaurant businesses in the Kashipur-Bazpur region, inspecting establishments and demanding unpaid taxes for non-compliance with GST rules.
Officials from the state GST unit conducted inspections at multiple hotels and restaurants in and around Kashipur and Bazpur over the weekend, uncovering cases of under-reported sales and improper GST filings that resulted in significant unpaid tax liabilities. During the operation, tax officials found discrepancies in invoicing practices and assessed missing tax amounts on the spot.
GST CAMPAIGN AIMS TO ENFORCE COMPLIANCE
The department’s campaign follows concerns about irregular tax practices in hospitality businesses amid the peak tourist season. Sources within the department said inspectors reviewed records, sales invoices and input tax credit claims to spot inconsistencies between reported revenue and GST returns.
“Our focus is to ensure all registered taxpayers follow the GST law,” said a senior GST officer involved in the inspections. “Wherever we find evidence of evasion, appropriate notices will be issued and liabilities settled as per law.”
OPERATIONS AND PENALTIES
Teams visited over a dozen premises in the Kashipur-Bazpur belt, speaking with proprietors and examining books of accounts. In several cases, officials identified unreported sales and incorrect GST rate applications, leading to immediate collection of outstanding tax dues and notices for further compliance checks.
Hospitality sector sources noted that restaurants and hotel restaurants are among sectors facing increased scrutiny under GST regulations as authorities step up enforcement efforts against under-reporting of revenue and misuse of tax credits.
DEPARTMENT CONTINUES MONITORING
The GST campaign is expected to continue with periodic checks across the region. Authorities said the drive also aims to educate business owners about correct GST procedures and avoid future violations.
Tax experts said that such enforcement drives highlight the need for regular compliance audits and accurate GST reporting, especially for businesses with high cash transactions or variable invoicing practices.
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