Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer Harinder Gill has been appointed as the new Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (PRCCIT) in Gujarat, India. Gill, a member of the 1987 IRS batch, will take on the role full-time and oversee tax administration and enforcement activities in the state. Previously, Gill held the position of Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax in an additional capacity. His appointment will fill the vacancy left by former PRCCIT Ravindra Kumar, who retired in November 2022. Gill has served the Income Tax Department in various capacities across India, including as Director General of Income Tax (Investigation) in Delhi and Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax in Uttar Pradesh.
The Income Tax Department is responsible for administering direct and indirect taxes and its duties include ensuring compliance with tax laws, detecting and preventing tax evasion, and reducing the incidence of tax fraud. As a federal agency under the Ministry of Finance, the Income Tax Department plays a crucial role in managing and regulating the country’s taxation system and ensuring that taxpayers are engaging in fair and transparent practices.
Harinder Gill’s appointment as Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax in Gujarat represents a significant move for the Income Tax Department in India and solidifies Gill’s position as a valuable member of the department. As a seasoned officer with over 30 years of experience in the field, Gill brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the post and is well-equipped to handle the challenges associated with tax administration in India. With his appointment, the Income Tax Department can expect to receive effective and efficient leadership that will help the department achieve its goals effectively and efficiently.
