<h1>CBDT Denies Soliciting IRS Officers' COVID-19 Report, Initiates Inquiry for Conduct Rules Violation.</h1> The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) clarified that a report circulating on social media, containing suggestions by several IRS officers on handling the COVID-19 situation, was not solicited by the CBDT. The officers did not seek permission before publicly sharing their personal views on official matters, violating Conduct Rules. An inquiry is being initiated regarding this issue. The CBDT emphasized that the report does not represent the official stance of the CBDT or the Ministry of Finance.