Bhagwant Mann Punjab Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has shared performance data of the state’s Taxation and Excise Department, highlighting revenue collections over the past four years.
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According to the figures released, the department has collected ₹37,975 crore in total revenue during this period. The minister stated that reforms and stricter enforcement measures have strengthened financial discipline and improved compliance.
In the retail excise segment, the government is moving towards achieving a target of ₹11,500 crore, reflecting what officials described as improved transparency and monitoring in the liquor trade.
Additionally, under the stamp and registration sector, the state treasury has received ₹19,515 crore so far, indicating growth in property registrations and improved revenue administration.
The AAP-led government maintained that digitisation, policy reforms, and stricter checks on leakages have contributed significantly to boosting state income. Officials said enhanced revenue mobilisation enables the government to fund welfare schemes, infrastructure projects, and development initiatives across Punjab.
The finance minister reiterated the government’s commitment to maintaining fiscal discipline while ensuring that increased collections translate into tangible benefits for citizens.
Revenue Figures Shared by Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema
Officials further stated that policy rationalisation and technology-driven monitoring systems have played a crucial role in curbing leakages and improving efficiency within the taxation framework. Enhanced e-governance measures, including online registrations and digital tracking of excise transactions, were cited as key contributors to the improved revenue performance.
The minister emphasised that strengthening the state’s financial position allows the government to invest more in public welfare programmes, infrastructure development, healthcare, and education. He added that sustained revenue growth is essential to maintaining fiscal stability without placing additional burdens on ordinary citizens.
According to department sources, enforcement drives against tax evasion and illegal trade have also been intensified. Regular inspections and data analytics are being used to detect irregularities and ensure compliance with state regulations.
Reiterating the government’s focus on transparency, Cheema said that accountability mechanisms have been strengthened to ensure that every rupee collected contributes effectively to Punjab’s development. He expressed confidence that continued reforms would help the state achieve even higher revenue targets in the coming financial years.
