Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken proactive steps to address the challenges hindering the registration process for retailers and traders under the Tajir Dost Scheme.
A dedicated committee comprising key officials including the chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), secretary of finance, and secretary of the Ministry of Commerce has been established to swiftly resolve the issues raised by the business community.
In a recent meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Naeem Mir, the Chief Coordinator of the Tajir Dost Scheme-2024, the bottlenecks in the scheme’s implementation were thoroughly discussed. Naeem Mir, who also chairs the Supreme Council of All Pakistan Anjuman-e-Tajiran, will oversee the facilitation of retailers and wholesalers to ensure the successful execution of the scheme.
Traders and shopkeepers have expressed their willingness to register under the scheme, but have cited concerns regarding tax payments and unresolved technical and legal issues. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while reaffirming the government’s commitment to taxing the affluent and potential taxpayers, has assured the business community of his willingness to address their concerns.
To tackle the tax payment issues faced by traders and shopkeepers, a committee comprising the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, Secretary of Commerce, and Secretary of Revenue Division has been proposed. Naeem Mir has effectively communicated the concerns and suggestions of the business community to the finance minister, shedding light on the challenges encountered by traders and businessmen in Pakistan.
Acknowledging the government’s efforts in creating a favorable business environment and streamlining taxation policies, Naeem Mir has expressed solidarity on behalf of the business community. He also commended the initiatives aimed at promoting investment opportunities to spur economic growth and prosperity in the country.
Muhammad Naeem Mir has been appointed as the Chief Coordinator of the Tajir Dost Scheme-2024 by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), tasked with the registration of three million retailers and shopkeepers nationwide. A meeting between the Chief Coordinator and the Secretaries of Revenue Division, Finance, and Commerce is scheduled for next week to further streamline the registration process.
Despite the launch of the Tajir Dost App specifically designed to support and facilitate the needs of the business community, as of April 30, 2024, only 75 retailers and shopkeepers have been registered. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has urged the business community to utilize the Tajir Dost App for registration, emphasizing its importance in enhancing business operations and compliance.