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2021 (3) TMI 539 - HC - CustomsSeeking return of bank guarantee and bond executed at the time of provisional release of the goods as well as for refund of pre-deposit made - Respondents in their reply affidavit have taken the stand that department has filed civil appeal before the Supreme Court against the order of CESTAT and that it has got a good case on merit. Therefore, it would not be appropriate to return bond and bank guarantee to the petitioner at this stage - Petitioner has filed rejoinder affidavit refuting the contention of the respondents and contending that mere filing of the civil appeal in the Supreme Court cannot be a ground for not returning the bond and bank guarantee. HELD THAT:- The respondents should return the bonds and bank guarantees of the petitioner within a period of three months from the date of receipt of a copy of this order. Petition disposed off.
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