ISLAMABAD: The Regional Tax Office (RTO) in Rawalpindi on Monday awarded certificates to honour the first four traders who have officially registered themselves under the Tajir Dost Scheme.

A ceremony was held to appreciate the efforts of the traders who have officially registered themselves under the Tajir Dost Scheme, introduced by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). This initiative marks a significant milestone in promoting tax compliance and formalising the informal economy within the region.

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced the commencement of a sweeping registration drive under the Tajir Dost Scheme, designed to integrate traders and wholesalers into the formal tax framework.The voluntary registration period concluded on April 30.

In an official announcement by the FBR, Chief Commissioner Inland Revenue Tehmina Aamer, expressed her appreciation to the pioneering traders for their proactive engagement with the Tajir Dost Scheme. Tehmina awarded registration certificates to the traders. She declared the registered traders ambassadors of the RTO, Rawalpindi, recognising their commitment to compliance and contribution to the national economy.

The traders expressed their gratitude to the RTO, Rawalpindi, for their support and encouragement. They pledged to actively spread awareness about the Tajir Dost Scheme among their peers and colleagues, underscoring their dedication to fostering a culture of compliance and accountability within the business community.

The chief commissioner also appreciated the dedication and hard work of the district tax officers and their teams involved in implementing the Tajir Dost Scheme.

As the Tajir Dost Scheme continues to gain momentum, the RTO, Rawalpindi, remains committed to facilitating and supporting traders.

Published in Dawn, May 14th, 2024

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