LAHORE:A comprehensive system of tax reforms is being implemented across the province to strengthen enforcement, enhance transparency and expand the tax base. A meeting in this regard was held under the chairmanship of Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA), Chairman Moazzam Iqbal Sipra, where progress on tax reforms and enforcement measures was reviewed.
The meeting decided to accelerate the campaign against unregistered service providers operating across the province. PRA chairman directed Enforcement Officers to intensify action against unregistered businesses in the services sector in order to broaden the tax net.
During the meeting, it was also decided that businesses in the food sector seeking registration with the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) must first obtain registration with the Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) to ensure proper documentation and compliance with provincial tax laws. Officials presented a detailed briefing on tax collection from government and semi-government institutions and other related matters.
Chairman directed that data about businesses deducting tax from consumers but manipulating sales records despite large volumes of sales should be compiled at the earliest. He stated that departmental mechanisms will be strengthened to improve the legal framework and ensure transparency in the tax system.
