NGT BOOKS TAX CONSULTANT IN PUNE CASE OF ₹10 LAKH CHEATING AGAINST ENGINEERING FIRM
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Pune’s Bhosari police register case against tax consultant and associate for allegedly defrauding an engineering firm of ₹10 lakh over GST return filings.
Pune, December 13, 2025 – The Bhosari police in Pune have registered a criminal case against a tax consultant and his associate for allegedly cheating a local engineering firm of ₹10 lakh under the pretext of handling its Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance. According to the police, the accused took money from the firm over a prolonged period while assuring that GST returns were being filed regularly, but failed to submit the required filings on the official portal, causing financial and legal risk to the company.
As per the complaint, the engineering firm engaged the services of the tax consultant in 2023 to manage its GST returns and related compliance. The consultant, along with his associate, allegedly convinced the firm’s management that all statutory filings were being handled properly. Over time, the firm transferred a total amount of ₹10 lakh to the accused for GST-related services. However, despite repeated assurances, the returns were never filed, police said.
Investigators revealed that the accused allegedly manipulated sales and purchase figures to falsely show that the firm had no GST liability, creating an illusion of compliance. The deception came to light when the firm independently checked its GST status and discovered that multiple returns were pending, exposing it to penalties and legal consequences. The firm then approached the police, leading to the registration of an FIR.
The Bhosari police have booked the tax consultant and his associate under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including provisions related to cheating and criminal breach of trust. Police officials stated that the charges reflect a serious violation of professional responsibility, as the accused were entrusted with sensitive financial and compliance-related duties.
The investigation is currently underway, with officers examining bank transactions, payment records, and digital activity linked to the GST portal. Police are also verifying whether similar complaints exist against the accused and whether other firms may have been affected using the same modus operandi. Statements from the complainant and witnesses are being recorded as part of the probe.
Law enforcement officials have cautioned businesses to remain vigilant while outsourcing tax and compliance work. Experts advise companies to regularly monitor filings through official government portals, maintain internal checks, and verify the credentials of consultants to prevent such frauds. Economic offences involving misuse of trust by professionals have been increasing, particularly in cases linked to GST compliance and financial documentation.
The case highlights growing concerns over financial fraud involving intermediaries who exploit gaps in awareness and oversight. Police have indicated that further action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation, and additional charges may be added if more violations are uncovered.
