Innocent Potter Faces Rs 1.25 Crore GST Notice Over Sale of Rs 2 Clay Pots

GST Notice Sparks Controversy for Uttar Pradesh Potter

A Rs 1.25 crore Goods and Services Tax (GST) notice has been issued to Mohammad Saeed, a daily-wage potter from Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh. The notice claims that Saeed is associated with four firms operating in Patna, which he denies.

Background

Saeed, a sole breadwinner for his family of five, earns his livelihood by selling earthen pots for Rs 2 each. He obtained a PAN and Aadhaar card several years ago to secure a loan, but never received the loan and lost the documents. He believes that the lost documents were later used to set up fake companies in his name.

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Incident Timeline

• Six to seven months ago, Saeed received the first GST notice during Navratri, but failed to understand its seriousness due to his family's illiteracy.
• On February 15, a second notice was received, which revealed an alleged tax liability exceeding Rs 1.25 crore.
• The family approached the District Magistrate's office for intervention and a thorough investigation into the alleged misuse of Saeed's identification documents.

Current Situation

Saeed and his family are deeply distressed and seek justice and a fair inquiry. Local authorities have not yet issued an official statement, and Saeed waits anxiously for officials to examine his claims and clear his name.

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