Chandhiok & Mahajan Successfully Represented Patna Highway Projects Ltd. In GST Case
Chandhiok & Mahajan Successfully Represented Patna Highway Projects Ltd. In GST Case
In a recent legal victory, Chandhiok & Mahajan, Advocates & Solicitors (C&M), has Successfully Represents Patna Highway Projects Limited before the Patna High Court. The case involved a dispute concerning the legality of GST assessment orders and demands issued by the Bihar GST department subsequent to the approval of the resolution plan.
The Court deliberated on the intricate relationship between the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, and the authority of the GST department to issue assessment orders and raise demands. Chandhiok & Mahajan presented compelling arguments on behalf of Patna Highway Projects Limited, ultimately leading to the court's decision to quash the assessment orders and demands.
Crucially, the Court relied on precedents set forth by the Supreme Court, particularly citing judgments in cases such as Ghanshyam Mishra, Essar, and Ruchi Soya. Notably, the Court made a clear distinction from the judgment of Rainbow Papers, which had been referenced by the GST department.
The legal team from Chandhiok & Mahajan, Advocates & Solicitors (C&M), involved in the successful representation comprised of seasoned professionals, including Pooja Mahajan, Managing Partner and Head of Restructuring & Insolvency; Rahul Narayan, Partner and Head of Disputes; Mehul Parti, Counsel; and Ashwani Malhotra, Senior Associate.
