GST Registration Cancellation Order Overturned: Natural Justice Principles Violated, Petitioner Denied Fair Hearing and Proper Notice

HC quashed GST registration cancellation order due to violation of natural justice principles. The court found that the petitioner was not provided adequate notice or opportunity to be heard before cancellation. Order was remanded for reconsideration, with directions to provide personal hearing and issue a reasoned decision within three months.

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Issues involved:
The judgment deals with the issue of non-compliance with principles of natural justice in a case related to the cancellation of GST registration for a business trading in wastes and scraps of ferrous products.

Details of the Judgment:

Issue 1 - Non-compliance with principles of natural justice:
The petitioner challenged an order dated 05.10.2023 on the grounds of non-compliance with principles of natural justice. The petitioner, engaged in trading of wastes and scraps of ferrous products, claimed that it was unaware of the notices issued on 28.03.2023 and subsequent reminders in April and May 2023. The petitioner responded to the notices on 26.06.2023 and 26.07.2023, requesting a personal hearing. However, the impugned order issued on 05.10.2023 did not consider the petitioner's replies or provide a personal hearing, leading to the court's decision to quash the order and remand the matter for reconsideration. The respondent was directed to afford a personal hearing and a reasonable opportunity to the petitioner before issuing a reasoned order within three months.

Conclusion:
The High Court of Madras disposed of the case, directing the reconsideration of the matter in light of the principles of natural justice, without imposing any costs. The related miscellaneous petitions were closed as a result of the judgment.

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