Aizawl: The Enforcement Wing will intensify inspection of goods entering the state ahead of the festive season to prevent tax evasion and curb revenue leakage, the taxation department said in a statement on Tuesday.The department has identified major routes and transit channels, including Sairang Railway Station, Lengpui Airport near Aizawl and road entry points such as Vairengte town in Kolasib district, bordering Assam.“With the approaching festive season, a substantial increase in the inflow of goods into Mizoram is anticipated through major transit points, including the Sairang Railway Station, the lone Lengpui Airport near Aizawl and road entry points such as Vairengte town in Kolasib district bordering Assam,” the statement said.It added, “In view of the intensified enforcement activities, all trade and business establishments operating within or transporting goods into Mizoram are hereby advised to strictly ensure proper GST compliance.”Traders and transporters have been asked to ensure that all consignments in transit or storage are accompanied by valid GST documents, including tax invoices and e-way bills wherever applicable.“Non-compliance or movement of goods without valid prescribed documents will attract detention, seizure, and penalties as provided under the Mizoram Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. All stakeholders are requested to extend their full cooperation to ensure smooth movement of goods during the festive season,” the statement added.
