Urgent Call to Establish GSTAT Benches in Uttar Pradesh The court emphasized the urgency of establishing Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) benches in Uttar Pradesh due to the high number of ...
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Urgent Call to Establish GSTAT Benches in Uttar Pradesh
The court emphasized the urgency of establishing Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) benches in Uttar Pradesh due to the high number of litigants. The court directed the Union to provide information on the progress made in constituting the benches within three weeks. A hearing was scheduled for further updates and prompt action on 13.11.2019 to address the matter efficiently and ensure the involvement of the respondent's counsel in the proceedings.
Issues: Constitution of benches for GSTAT in Uttar Pradesh
Analysis: 1. The judgment pertains to the constitution of benches for the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) in Uttar Pradesh. The petitioner, through their counsel, highlighted the urgency of addressing the issue due to the significant number of litigants in the state.
2. The court noted that during a meeting of the GST Council on 21.06.2019, the proposed locations of benches for 26 states and 5 Union Territories were finalized. However, the decision regarding the constitution of benches in Uttar Pradesh was deferred for further consideration.
3. The counsel representing the Union was unable to provide information on the decision taken by the GST Council in the subsequent meeting held on 20.09.2019. The court granted three weeks' time for the counsel to obtain instructions and file a proper affidavit regarding the progress made in constituting the GSTAT benches in Uttar Pradesh.
4. Acknowledging the importance of the matter, the court scheduled the next hearing for 13.11.2019, emphasizing the need for prompt action to resolve the issue and listing the counsel for the respondent to ensure their involvement in the proceedings.
In conclusion, the judgment underscores the significance of expeditiously addressing the establishment of GSTAT benches in Uttar Pradesh to cater to the needs of the litigants in the state. The court has directed the concerned authorities to provide updates and take necessary actions promptly to resolve the issue.
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