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GST Summons Inquiry: Videography and Advocate Presence Permitted on Humanitarian Grounds
Full Story
The Bombay High Court permitted videography and advocate presence (at a visible, non-audible distance) during a Section 70 CGST Act summons inquiry, considering the petitioner's cancer treatment.
Background
A summons was issued under Section 70 of the CGST Act, 2017, concerning input tax credit (ITC) availed by Tuesonpower International Pvt. Ltd. The petitioner sought these allowances due to health concerns and willingness to cooperate.
Key Analysis
Humanitarian exception
Relief granted due to medical condition, not precedent-setting.
Cooperation emphasized
Petitioner's willingness to cooperate was a key factor.
Limited intervention
Advocate's role restricted to visible, non-audible presence.
Bottom Line
This ruling highlights the court's willingness to balance investigative needs with humanitarian considerations in GST inquiries.
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