HC dismissed the writ petition involving seizure of areca nuts ...

Areca Nuts Seizure: Administrative Response Clarified, Petitioner Directed to Seek Provisional Release Through Proper Channels

May 24, 2025

Case Laws     GST     HC

HC dismissed the writ petition involving seizure of areca nuts consignment. The court clarified that the communication dated 6th May, 2025 was merely a response to the petitioner's earlier letter and not an adjudication order. The court directed GST Department to issue a Show Cause Notice in accordance with law and allowed the petitioner to seek provisional release of goods through the appropriate adjudicating authority. The petition was disposed of without granting immediate relief, leaving further procedural steps to administrative authorities.

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