The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued an Order dated March 18, 2024, announcing the extension of working days for all Income Tax Offices in India. This extension applies to March 29, 30, and 31, 2024, with the aim of facilitating the completion of pending work.

Given that the Financial Year 2023-24 concludes on March 31, 2024, which falls on a Sunday, and March 30, 2024, is a Saturday, and March 29, 2024, is a closed holiday, this decision has been made to ensure that pending departmental tasks can be effectively addressed.

This directive, issued under section 119 of the Income-tax Act, 1961, by the Central Board of Direct Taxes, is aimed at providing administrative convenience and ensuring that necessary tasks are completed within the stipulated time frame.