The case ITA No. 5290/DEL/2019 involves appellant Urvashi Tilak Dhar from New Delhi, challenging the Income Tax Officer, Ward-63(5) for the assessment year 2015-16. This appeal was initially directed against the order of the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals)-20, New Delhi, dated 16.04.2019. However, the appeal was ultimately withdrawn under the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2020.
Urvashi Tilak Dhar had filed an appeal against the CIT(A)’s order due to disagreements over the assessed tax liabilities. However, during the tribunal hearing on January 11, 2021, the appellant’s counsel requested to withdraw the appeal, opting to settle the dispute through the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2020. The necessary forms were filed, indicating the appellant’s intent to resolve the tax arrears amicably.
The decision to withdraw the appeal under the Vivad Se Vishwas scheme underscores the effectiveness of this government initiative in reducing litigation and providing taxpayers with a simplified resolution mechanism. This case highlights the scheme’s role in fostering a cooperative relationship between taxpayers and tax authorities.
The resolution of the dispute between Urvashi Tilak Dhar and the ITO Ward-63(5) illustrates the practical benefits of the Vivad Se Vishwas scheme for individual taxpayers, setting a precedent for others considering this pathway for settling tax disputes.
Settlement under Vivad Se Vishwas: Urvashi Tilak Dhar vs ITO Ward-63(5), New Delhi for A.Y. 2015-16
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