Writ Seeking Tax Evasion Investigation Dismissed as No Case for Mandamus Was Made Out

Rahul Gupta Vs Income Tax Department (Chhattisgarh High Court) The Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed a writ petition seeking a series of directions against the Income Tax Department for investigation into alleged tax evasion, concealment of income and wealth, and abetment by certain individuals and professionals. The petitioner, appearing in person, sought issuance of a writ of mandamus directing the Department to conduct a time-bound investigation, complete it within six months, initiate consequential actions including assessments, reassessments, recovery of taxes, penalties, and prosecution,...