- Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme has rewarded over 5,600 consumers with prizes totaling Rs 3.35 crore since September 2023.
- More than 1.76 lakh bills uploaded via Mera Bill app, promoting tax compliance and penalizing violators with over Rs 9 crore in fines.
- Scheme excludes petroleum, liquor, out-of-state, and B2B bills; encourages monthly participation for prize draws.
Punjab’s Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme is a consumer-friendly scheme started to reward people for uploading purchase bills and promote tax compliance across the state. This scheme encourages you to ask for bills when you shop and upload them through the Mera Bill app, giving you a chance to win attractive prizes while helping the government reduce tax evasion. With more awareness and participation, this scheme is changing how consumers and businesses interact in Punjab.
How Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme Helps Consumers
The Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme helps you by rewarding your effort in asking for bills for every purchase. By uploading these bills, you not only get a chance to win cash prizes but also support a clear and responsible business environment. This scheme encourages consumers to take part in the state’s tax compliance efforts, making sure businesses follow proper billing rules.
Steps to Join via Mera Bill App
Joining the Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme is easy and user-friendly. Follow these steps to upload your bills and enter the prize draws:
- Download and install the Mera Bill app from the official Punjab government website or your app store.
- Register by providing basic details and verifying your mobile number.
- Upload the bills for your purchases made in the previous month by scanning or uploading images of the bills.
- Make sure the bills are valid and meet the scheme’s rules (excluding petroleum products, liquor, out-of-state, and B2B transactions).
- Submit your bank account details quickly after winning to get prize money directly.
Each month, a draw is held for all eligible bills uploaded in the previous month, giving you many chances to win.
Effect on Tax Evasion and Business Compliance
The Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme has made a big difference in reducing tax evasion in Punjab. Since it started in September 2023, the scheme has led to fines worth over Rs 9 crore against businesses that did not follow bill issuance rules. Out of this, more than Rs 7 crore has already been collected, showing strong enforcement.
Also, the scheme has increased Punjab’s tax base by helping 135 new businesses register, making the state’s fiscal network stronger. This means more businesses are now following the rules and contributing fairly to the economy.
Exclusions and Important Guidelines for Participants
To keep things fair and clear, some transactions are not included in the Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme:
- Bills related to petroleum products like crude oil, petrol, diesel, aviation turbine fuel, and natural gas.
- Purchases of liquor.
- Out-of-state purchases.
- B2B (business-to-business) transactions.
Only bills from the previous month are counted for each monthly draw. Make sure to upload your bills on time and provide correct details to stay eligible for rewards.
By taking part actively, you help create a culture of fiscal responsibility and clarity in Punjab. The Bill Liao Inam Pao Scheme is a great example of how citizen involvement can improve governance and make business practices fair.