The Income Tax Department organized an outreach and awareness program on the New Income Tax Act 2025 in Bengaluru on Thursday. Titled 'Prarambh-2026', the event aimed to facilitate a smooth transition from the Income Tax Act 1961 to the new legislation, which will come into force from April this year along with consequential revisions to rules and prescribed forms.
Key Objectives of the Program
Officials stated that the reforms are designed to make tax laws simpler, clearer, and more taxpayer-friendly, thereby promoting ease of compliance for all categories of taxpayers. The program focused on:
- Simplification of provisions
- Rationalization of sections and forms
- Enhancement of taxpayer facilitation measures
Digital Initiatives Showcased
The event featured demonstrations of the department's digital initiatives, including the 'Kar Saathi' AI Chatbot and the awareness program 'Kar Setu'. These tools aim to assist taxpayers in understanding and complying with the new tax regime.
Dignitaries Present
Vidisha Kalra, Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax for Karnataka and Goa region, and tennis player Rohan Bopanna were present at the event, underscoring the department's commitment to engaging with various stakeholders.
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