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New I-T Act is taxpayer-centric, says Principal Chief Commissioner Vidisha Kalra
Vidisha Kalra, Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax for Karnataka & Goa, spoke at PRARAMBH-2026 about the Income Tax Act, 2025 being simpler, more transparent, and taxpayer-centric. The event showcased digital initiatives and materials to aid transition from the 1961 Act to the 2025 Act, with participation from major taxpayers and professional bodies.
Why It Matters
The remarks underscore the government's emphasis on simplifying tax law and boosting voluntary compliance, signaling a shift in tax administration towards taxpayer facilitation and digital tools. It also highlights ongoing efforts to transition from the former Act to the new framework.
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Vidisha Kalra outlines taxpayer-centric I-T Act, 2025 at PRARAMBH-2026
May 15, 2026
At PRARAMBH-2026, Vidisha Kalra, Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax for Karnataka & Goa Region, described the Income Tax Act, 2025 as simpler, more transparent, and taxpayer-centric. She highlighted the aim to reduce complexities, improve ease of understanding, and encourage greater voluntary compliance, while urging taxpayers, professionals, and trade bodies to leverage the department’s digital initiatives for seamless compliance and enhanced services. The programme focused on facilitating a smooth transition from the Income-tax Act, 1961 to the Income Tax Act, 2025, with emphasis on simplification of provisions, rationalisation of sections and forms, and enhanced taxpayer facilitation. Demonstrations included Kar Saathi (an AI Chatbot), Kar Setu (FAQs on interplay between the 1961 and 2025 Acts), and accompanying materials such as the Madhukar Explains the Income-tax Act, 2025 comic book, informative brochures, and Samvaad. The event was attended by top taxpayers and key stakeholders from trade bodies, Chartered Accountants’ Associations, Tax Practitioners’ Associations, and Tax Bar members.