The National Board of Revenue (NBR) observed "Halkhata" earlier on Sunday in order to develop cordial relations with taxpayers and encourage them to pay tax properly.
State Minister for Public Administration Ismat Ara Sadek inaugurated the "Halkhata and Boishakh Utsab" in Segunbagicha, which was also attended by NBR Chairman Mosharraf Hossain Bhuiyan.
State Minister Ismat Ara Sadek said people used to be afraid about income tax in the past, but people now pay income taxes without any fear because the NBR has been able to develop a friendly relationship with taxpayers and ease the tax payment system.
The NBR chairman said "Halkhata" has built a bridge between the NBR and taxpayers.
He said: "We will honour taxpayers who pay taxes properly. Businesses will expand if taxes are paid properly. No NBR official should harass any taxpayer. Anyone found doing so will face severe consequences."
After the inaugural ceremony, the NBR chairman visited several tax zones and exchanged greetings with taxpayers.
All income tax, VAT and customs offices were decorated with traditional decorative pieces.
NBR employees welcomed guests at their respective offices and offered them presents for the new year.
Thursday, June 04, 2026
