LCCI, Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib agree to strengthen cooperation

LAHORE: Director General of the Office of Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib (Punjab), Riaz Hameed Chaudhry, called on Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Faheem-ur-Rehman Saigol and assured complete support to the business community in addressing issues related to taxation and other government departments.

Director Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib Tahir Zameer accompanied the Director General during the meeting. Matters pertaining to taxpayers’ facilitation, complaint resolution mechanisms and stronger institutional coordination between the two organizations came under discussion.

A key outcome of the meeting was the decision to establish a Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib Facilitation Office on the premises of LCCI. The facility will provide guidance to taxpayers, assist them in filing complaints and help ensure quicker resolution of their grievances through direct liaison with the relevant authorities.

The LCCI President appreciated the role of the Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib and thanked the Director General for assuring his full cooperation. He said the business community often faces procedural and administrative hurdles that require timely intervention and resolution. He added that close coordination between the LCCI and the Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib would help facilitate businesses and strengthen confidence among taxpayers. He said the LCCI remains committed to safeguarding the interests of the business community and providing a platform for addressing issues affecting trade, industry and investment.

Speaking on the occasion, DG Riaz Hameed Chaudhry said the Office of the Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib is committed to providing prompt and effective relief to taxpayers facing difficulties due to maladministration or procedural delays. He said the institution serves as an important forum for resolving complaints and ensuring that taxpayers receive fair treatment from public-sector organizations.

He stressed the business community plays a vital role in economic growth, investment generation and employment creation. Therefore, every effort should be made to facilitate businessmen and industrialists and address their legitimate concerns through efficient and transparent mechanisms.

He said the Wafaqi Tax Mohtasib has established an effective system for handling complaints and ensuring their timely disposal. He added taxpayers can submit complaints through multiple channels, including online platforms, while regional offices are also working to provide quick and accessible services to complainants across the country.

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