The Economic Times

63,000 restaurants under income tax scanner: Saksham campaign urges ITR updates by March 31, 2026

The Income Tax Department has identified 63,000 restaurants for potential income under-reporting. A nationwide survey revealed suppression of sales amounting to Rs 408 crore. Restaurants are urged to file updated returns by March 31, 2026, under the Saksham Nudge campaign. This is a chance to correct mistakes before stricter actions are enforced.