Islamabad, 10 June 2025: In a decisive move under the 2025–26 federal budget, the government has introduced tough new provisions aimed at tackling tax-related fraud, particularly targeting the misuse of National Tax Numbers (NTNs) and Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) details.
These reforms come as part of a broader effort to reinforce financial transparency and tighten the grip on undocumented economic activity. Cracks Down on Fake IDs is now a clear policy direction, reflecting the administration’s zero-tolerance stance on identity manipulation in fiscal filings.
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According to senior officials familiar with the matter, any individual caught deliberately providing incorrect NTN or CNIC information in tax returns or other official submissions will now face severe legal consequences.
The penalties include a financial fine reaching up to Rs. 500,000 and a potential jail sentence of up to three years. Under Section 230(2)(a) of the revised Ordinance, if the act of falsifying identity is unearthed during audits, investigations, or enforcement proceedings, the offender will be liable for both punitive and criminal sanctions.
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This development marks a significant policy shift as the state Cracks Down on Fake IDs, ensuring accountability in the tax system and deterring future violations through strict enforcement measures.
