The Income Tax Intelligence and Investigation Unit (ITIU) of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) has uncovered nearly Tk 1,874 crore worth of tax evasion within just seven months of its formation. So far, Tk 117.43 crore has been recovered and deposited into the state treasury.
This information was disclosed by NBR in a press release on Monday. Despite limitations in manpower and infrastructure, NBR considers this achievement a significant milestone.
The ITIU began full operations in December 2024. During this period, the unit identified tax evasion cases involving 183 individuals and entities. Among them, 63 individuals and organizations have already paid Tk 117.43 crore through 231 e-challan payments.
Additionally, more than 100 bank accounts have been frozen based on concrete evidence.
NBR stated that this initiative sends a strong message to tax evaders and money launderers, while also encouraging regular taxpayers.
The agency further added that the ITIU is committed to taking stringent legal action against all types of tax evasion and the creation of benami (anonymous) assets.
NBR believes that the unit represents a new milestone in tax administration, emphasizing ethics and technology-driven enforcement. The unit is playing a positive role not only in revenue collection but also in raising tax awareness and promoting a culture of tax compliance.
Looking ahead, NBR expressed optimism that the unit’s capacity and digital capabilities will continue to grow, strengthening the country’s revenue management system to be more robust and equitable.