In a stringent move to enforce tax compliance, the state government has issued a notification authorizing the sealing of commercial premises operating without mandatory Professional Tax (PT) registration. This directive applies to all businesses, regardless of size or sector, that have failed to obtain a valid Professional Tax Registration Certificate (PTRC) or Enrolment Certificate (PTEC). Enforcement officers have been empowered to initiate sealing actions without prior warning, following on-site verification.

According to the notification, unauthorized operations discovered during field inspections will be subject to immediate closure, and business owners will be required to clear all pending dues before premises are unsealed. The department further clarified that continued operation without PT registration is a punishable offense, with additional penalties, backdated tax liabilities, and possible prosecution under applicable state finance laws. Notices will be served, but no grace period will be granted once action is initiated.

Authorities have urged unregistered entities to immediately apply for PT registration through the designated online portal and regularize their tax records to avoid disruption. District tax offices have been directed to prepare updated compliance lists and conduct physical inspections, especially in commercial hubs and industrial zones. This enforcement initiative is part of a broader strategy to expand the taxpayer base and ensure equitable contribution from all economic participants.