PRA, Foodpanda discuss cashless economy, tax net expansion

LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 26th Mar, 2026) A delegation of Foodpanda Pakistan called on Moazzam Iqbal Sipra, Chairperson of Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA), to discuss matters relating to digital payments, expansion of tax net and registration of the food service sector in Punjab.

During the meeting held here at PRA Headquarter on Thursday, both sides held detailed discussions on enhancing cooperation to bring online food platforms and related businesses into the tax net across the province. The delegation expressed its willingness to collaborate with PRA in promoting documentation of the digital food economy and encouraging compliance among service providers operating through online platforms.

The participants also discussed joint initiatives aimed at promoting tax culture and conducting public awareness campaigns to highlight the importance of tax compliance.

Members of the delegation noted that effective use of technology can play a vital role in preventing tax evasion and increasing revenue collection. They stated that the growth of the e-economy would enhance transparency in business activities while also providing greater convenience to consumers.

Speaking on the occasion, Moazzam Iqbal Sipra emphasized that promotion of a cashless economy and provision of online facilities are among key priorities of the government. He stated that collaboration with food delivery platforms would help bring unregistered businesses into the tax net and improve documentation of the service sector.

He reiterated that no licence would be issued by the Punjab Food Authority without registration with Punjab Revenue Authority, stressing that such measures are essential to ensure proper tax compliance within the food services sector.

The Chairperson also highlighted that ensuring tax collected from public is duly deposited into the government treasury is a national responsibility.

He added, Punjab Revenue Authority will soon launch awareness campaigns in educational institutions across the province to promote tax culture and encourage responsible tax practices among the youth.