The order cancelling petitioner's registration was passed...

The order cancelling petitioner's registration was passed without assigning any reasons, violating court precedents mandating reasons as the heart and soul of judicial and administrative orders. The appeal's dismissal on limitation grounds does not attract the doctrine of merger given the circumstances. Citing previous judgments, the court emphasized providing notice and opportunity for revocation before cancellation to prevent business disruption when no dues remain. Consequently, the Assistant Commissioner's order dated 21.08.2023 cancelling petitioner's registration was quashed, and the petition was allowed.

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