PRA launches drive to ensure tax compliance, e-IMS installation

LAHORE:The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has launched an active enforcement drive to ensure the payment of sales tax and the installation of the Electronic Invoice Monitoring System (e-IMS) across City.

According to a PRA spokesperson, special monitoring teams have been constituted to inspect hotels, restaurants, and courier service providers throughout the City. This initiative has been undertaken under the special instructions of Commissioner of the Punjab Revenue Authority Lahore. The teams have been tasked with verifying tax compliance and the proper installation of EIMS at prominent establishments. Monitoring activities were conducted at leading wedding halls and restaurants located in key areas, including Gulberg, MM Alam Road, Johar Town, Township, and Defence.

During the inspections, advance compulsory registration notices were issued to businesses found non-compliant with tax regulations. Furthermore, wedding halls and restaurants that had failed to install the Electronic Invoice Monitoring System were each imposed Rs100,000. All targeted businesses have been given a 15-day deadline to complete registration and e-IMS installation. Following this period, the PRA will initiate strict punitive actions, including the sealing of non-compliant premises. In a parallel effort to enhance public awareness, the PRA has installed banners and standees at major restaurants and wedding halls, highlighting the importance of tax compliance and the use of the e-IMS.