2019 (5) TMI 171 - HC - GST

Court orders respondent to address technical glitches, enabling timely filing of Form GST TRAN-2

The court granted the petitioner's request for a writ of mandamus directing respondent No.7 to enable the filing of Form GST TRAN-2 due to technical ... Filing of Form GST TRAN-2 - extension of time for filing of form - petitioner contends that the attempt made to file Form GST TRAN-2 was unsuccessful due to technical glitches as on 07.03.2018. Since then, several complaints have been made with the respondent-authorities to redress the grievance of the petitioner but the same not being responded to, constrained to file this writ petition - HELD THAT:- This Court deems it appropriate to direct the respondent No.7 to consider the representation of the petitioner dated 26.03.2019 and address the grievance of the petitioner in accordance with law in an expedite manner to enable the petitioner to file the Form GST TRAN-2 on or before 30.04.2019 and is ordered accordingly. Petition disposed off. Issues involved:Petitioner seeking writ of mandamus to enable filing Form GST TRAN-2 due to technical glitches and lack of response from authorities.Analysis:1. Petitioner's Request for Writ of Mandamus:The petitioner approached the court seeking a writ of mandamus directing respondent No.7 to enable the filing of Form GST TRAN-2. The petitioner's attempt to file the form was unsuccessful due to technical glitches, and despite making complaints to the authorities, the grievance remained unaddressed. The petitioner contended that the last date for filing the form was approaching, causing apprehension that it may not be accepted subsequently.2. Court's Decision and Direction:The court, considering the situation and to balance the equities, directed respondent No.7 to consider the petitioner's representation dated 26.03.2019 and address the grievance in an expedited manner. The court ordered respondent No.7 to enable the petitioner to file the Form GST TRAN-2 on or before 30.04.2019. The petitioner was required to appear before respondent No.7 on 26.04.2019, who was instructed to redress the grievance promptly.3. Disposal of Writ Petition:In conclusion, the court disposed of the writ petition in terms of the above directions, ensuring that the petitioner's concerns regarding the filing of Form GST TRAN-2 were addressed promptly and in accordance with the law. The court's decision aimed to provide relief to the petitioner in light of the technical issues faced and the approaching deadline for form submission.