As part of the nationwide PRARAMBH 2026 campaign, DIT (I&CI)-2, New Delhi organized an outreach programme on 04.06.2026 for representatives of HUDCO Ltd. under the guidance of the Pr. DGIT (I&CI), Delhi. The session focused on the New Income-tax Act, 2025, Income-tax Rules, 2026, and SFT compliance by Reporting Entities.
A dedicated “Kar Sathi” kiosk showcased AI-enabled taxpayer assistance tools available on the Income Tax portal. Participants were introduced to various taxpayer-centric digital resources, including Kar Setu, FAQs, guidance notes, Samvaad sessions, Madhukar, and Kar Sathi through live demonstrations.
Shri Bhagwati Charan, IRS, Addl. DIT, highlighted the simplified provisions and taxpayer-friendly features of the new Act and Rules. Shri Vipin Kumar, ITO (OSD), explained key compliance requirements, recent changes in Forms 97, 98, 165, 166 and the newly introduced Form 167 for VDAs, besides SFT obligations under the Act and Rules. The interactive session witnessed enthusiastic participation and concluded with a vote of thanks.