Cancellation of GST registration for non-filing of returns was...

Cancellation of GST registration for non-filing of returns was treated as remediable where the taxpayer had already filed the pending returns and paid the penalty amount. Relying on its earlier approach in similar matters, the HC permitted the taxpayer to seek restoration by filing an application within the time granted, and directed the authority to verify the application and consider restoration in accordance with law. The registration was to be restored upon such verification and compliance with the prescribed process.