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Budget proposes GST amendment: Track and Trace Mechanism to prevent evasion

The budget inserted a new clause in Central GST law to provide for a definition of Unique Identification Marking for the implementation of Track and Trace Mechanism

Unique identification marking includes a digital stamp, digital mark or any other similar marking, which is unique, secure and non-removable. | Representative Photo: Shutterstock

Press Trust of India New Delhi

1 min read Last Updated : Feb 01 2025 | 9:49 PM IST

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The Union Budget has proposed a host of amendments in GST law, including implementing the Track and Trace Mechanism, for evasion-prone goods.

The budget inserted a new clause in Central GST law to provide for a definition of Unique Identification Marking for the implementation of Track and Trace Mechanism.

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"Unique identification marking" includes a digital stamp, digital mark or any other similar marking, which is unique, secure and non-removable.

AMRG & Associates Senior Partner Rajat Mohan said the introduction of penalties under new sections like 122B and 148A to enforce track and trace mechanisms indicates a strong push towards digitisation and better supply chain monitoring.

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