Illogical to Treat Sales as Bogus When Purchases & Stock are Deemed Genuine

Bharat Agro Industries Vs DCIT (ITAT Delhi)

Introduction: In a recent case, Bharat Agro Industries challenged an order passed by the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals), National Faceless Appeal Centre (NFAC), Delhi, before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Delhi. The crux of the appeal revolved around the treatment of sales as bogus by the assessing authorities despite accepting the genuineness of purchases and stock.

Background: Bharat Agro Industries, engaged in manufacturing and trading agricultural products, filed its income tax return for the assessment year 2017-18, declaring a total income of INR 98,041/-. However, the case was taken up for scrutiny assessment due to cash deposits during the demonetization period.

Key Grounds of Appeal:

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