- CBIC’s Instruction No. 02/2024-GST (12.08.2024): A second nationwide drive from August 16, 2024, to October 15, 2024, aims to detect and eliminate fake GSTINs, safeguarding the integrity of the GST system.
- Targeted Action: High-risk GSTINs, identified by GSTN and DGARM through data analytics, will undergo strict verification by tax authorities, with potential suspension, cancellation, or recovery actions for non-existent or fictitious taxpayers.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Weekly progress reports and findings will be reviewed by senior officials and shared with the National Coordination Committee, ensuring coordinated efforts across Central and State tax authorities.