<h1>Operation Clean Sweep Uncovers 48 Fake Firms in Rs. 199 Crore ITC Scam; 3 Arrested, Further Investigations Ongoing.</h1> The Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Delhi East Commissionerate dismantled a network of 48 fake firms involved in fraudulent Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims exceeding Rs. 199 crores during 'Operation Clean Sweep.' The operation, based on intelligence and data analysis, led to the arrest of three individuals, including the proprietor of a firm that claimed over Rs. 5 crores in fraudulent ITC. The operation uncovered incriminating materials such as stamps, SIM cards, and documents. The arrested individuals are in judicial custody, with further investigations ongoing to identify additional syndicate members. The operation was supported by the Delhi Police.