<h1>Meghalaya Raid Uncovers Benami Petrol Pumps Exploiting Tribal Tax Exemptions; Over Rs. 2 Crore Seized; Section 10(26) Cited.</h1> The Income Tax Department in Meghalaya conducted a raid on August 2, 2019, uncovering a network of benami petrol pumps managed by certain businessmen. These operations were evading taxes by exploiting exemptions intended for tribal persons under Section 10(26) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The raid resulted in the seizure of over Rs. 2 crore in unaccounted cash and incriminating documents. The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council has pledged to take urgent measures against benami transactions. The action has been praised by the public and authorities for addressing tax evasion and enhancing government revenue.