Fake invoices, e-way bills: CCS police arrest Ambika Steel Managing Partner for GST fraud

Hyderabad: Central Crime Station (CCS) police have arrested the Managing Partner of Ambika Steel for his alleged role in a large-scale GST fraud involving fake invoices and e-way bills.

Fake bills, no goods moved

According to State GST officials, the accused generated e-way bills and issued bogus invoices to fraudulently claim input tax credit (ITC) without moving any goods, a clear violation of the GST Act.

Vehicle number misused

The investigation revealed that vehicle number AP29TA7213, which had been immobile since June 2025 and was already under detention, was falsely shown as transporting goods.

Officials said the number was misused by multiple taxpayers to generate several e-way bills, despite no actual transportation taking place.

Court plea rejected

Following the registration of an FIR on July 30, the accused moved the Telangana High Court seeking to have the case quashed. However, the petition was dismissed.

Arrest after Goa escape bid

Police said the accused later tried to flee to Goa but was intercepted and arrested by CCS personnel.

Others are still at large

Several other individuals linked to the fraud are absconding. Police and GST authorities said efforts are underway to track and apprehend them, while the investigation continues.