Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain Family Faces GST Scrutiny After Multi-Location Raids, Rs 27.5 Crore Deposited

GST enforcement teams carried out raids linked to a coal business associated with Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain’s family, leading to a Rs 27.5 crore tax deposit amid ongoing scrutiny.

Pune| December 15, 2025: Companies linked to the family of actor Ankita Lokhande and her husband, businessman Vicky Jain, are facing scrutiny from state GST authorities following coordinated raids at multiple locations in Chhattisgarh’s Bilaspur region. The action, carried out as part of a tax compliance probe, led to the deposit of Rs 27.5 crore with the government, officials confirmed. The investigation is centred on coal trading firms associated with Jain’s family business interests.

According to officials familiar with the matter, GST enforcement teams conducted searches at offices, coal washeries, warehouses, and residential premises across several locations. The operation focused on examining financial records, transaction trails, and tax filings related to coal trading activities. The searches were aimed at identifying possible discrepancies in GST payments and the use of input tax credit.

Following the raids, three companies collectively deposited Rs 27.5 crore as part of their tax liabilities identified during the investigation. Officials indicated that one firm deposited Rs 10 crore, another Rs 11 crore, while the third contributed Rs 6.5 crore. Authorities clarified that the probe is still underway and further verification of records is in progress.

The GST department is reportedly scrutinising documents spanning multiple financial years. Investigators are examining purchase and sale records, invoicing patterns, and claims related to input tax credit, a key component under the GST framework. Input tax credit allows businesses to offset tax paid on inputs against their output tax liability, but any irregular or inflated claims can attract strict enforcement action.

Tax experts note that sectors such as coal trading often come under closer scrutiny due to the high value and volume of transactions involved. Any mismatch between physical movement of goods, invoices, and tax filings can trigger investigations. Officials have stated that depositing tax during a probe does not automatically imply guilt but is part of reconciliation and compliance during enforcement proceedings.

The developments have drawn public attention due to the high-profile nature of the individuals connected to the businesses. However, authorities have emphasized that the investigation pertains strictly to business operations and tax compliance, and not to any personal or professional activities in the entertainment industry.

Legal experts point out that GST raids are part of routine enforcement aimed at ensuring transparency and preventing revenue loss. Depending on the final findings, outcomes can range from closure after reconciliation to penalties or further legal action if violations are established.

GST officials are expected to complete a detailed audit of the seized and examined documents before issuing a final report. The case is being seen as part of a broader push by tax authorities to strengthen compliance in industries considered vulnerable to complex billing and credit mechanisms.

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