GUWAHATI: The Assam government has introduced stringent documentation requirements for the transportation of Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL) within the state to curb illegal diesel transport and tax evasion. As per the Assam VAT Act, transporters must now produce a road permit in Form-62, an invoice, a consignment note, and a transporter’s manifesto to ensure transparency and prevent revenue losses.
Acting on the directives of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Assam government has initiated a stringent crackdown on the illegal transportation of diesel, particularly in border districts and areas adjoining international boundaries.
In a high-level video conference, the Chief Secretary of Assam engaged with Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs) to address the issue and formulate an immediate action plan to curb these unlawful activities.
During the meeting, the Commissioner & Secretary of the Finance Department pointed out that the illegal transport of fuel had significantly impacted VAT collections in the state.
To address this, the Tax Department, in coordination with the Police Administration, has been tasked with drafting a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) incorporating all necessary penal provisions to halt the illegal influx of petroleum products.
Joint operations involving police and tax officials have been ordered, with specific instructions to the SPs and DCs of Lakhimpur and Tinsukia to coordinate with tax officials and carry out joint vigilance operations tonight.
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