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Taxathon Indore

The Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Indore successfully organized Taxathon- a 5 km walk on Sunday, as one of the activities to celebrate the 159th foundation day of Income Tax, which falls on 24th July every year.
Justice SC Sharma graced the occasion as the chief guest and flagged off the event, while other dignitaries included AK Chauhan, IRS, Pr. Chief Commissioner of IT, MP & CG; DP Haokip, IRS, Chief Commissioner of IT, Indore; and Lokesh Jatav, Collector Indore.
Some notable highlights of the event include:
The idea behind the event was to promote a voluntary tax culture and spread awareness about the role of taxpayers in nation building activities, aptly summarised by the event theme "Aaykardata Rashtra Nirmata".
Despite inclement weather and heavy rains, the event witnessed the active and enthusiastic participation of more than 1000 walkers from all walks of life, and was supported by the Academy of Indore Marathoners.
Indore’s taxpayers excitedly took photos and selfies at the various photo points, including the most popular point which said “Proud to be a Taxpayer”.
In pursuance of the Department’s deep commitment towards the cause of the environment, 1000 plants were distributed to the participants as contribution towards a Green Indore.
In honour of Indore’s exalted status as India’s cleanest city, it was ensured that no disposable plastic items were used during the event at any stage.
Traffic arrangements were coordinated with Indore Police meticulously to ensure that residents of the city faced no inconvenience while commuting.
“We express our sincere gratitude to all the participants for making the event a grand success,” Puneet Kumar, IRS, Addl. Commissioner of Income Tax (HQ) said in vote of thanks.
//Mementos awarded to…
Fastest walker (male): Jitendra Patidar
Fastest walker (female): Archana Singh
Enthusiastic & energetic walker (male above 60 year): RS Bhatia
 Enthusiastic & energetic walker (female above 60 year): Meera Rajdan
Youngest walker (children below 12 years)
Stuti Jaiswal (7-year-old)
Rishit Goyal (9-year-old)
Most stylish walker (female): Ankita Puneet Kumar
Most stylish walker (male): SS Mantri
Fittesh Taxman: Puneet Kumar
Best zumba performer: CA Kailash Agrawal
Energetic walker (couple): Radha and Uttam Barfa…
“Honest tax payers are powering the economy with their contribution. We celebrate the tax payers, who keep the country moving, which is symbolic to our 5 kilometre walk.”
Navin Kumar Shrivastava
Income Tax Officer
“Walking is essential for us, since our work is mostly limited to offices. Some fresh air gives us a better perspective of life. We should walk regularly.”
CA Udesh Dassani 
“We are all responsible for health of environment as well. We all must contribute to environment and take a walk to work instead of always driving in a car.”
CA Churchill Jain

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