EPCG Scheme: Importers Shouldn't Be Penalized for Delays in EODC Due to Public Authorities' Actions.

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....Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) Scheme - fulfilment of Export Obligation or not - A condition which is dependent on action by public authorities over which an assessee/importer has no control and, delay on the part of a public authority cannot result in denial of the benefit extended in larger public interest. Thus, the delay in obtaining Export Obligation Discharge Certificate (EODC) cannot result in denial of benefit under the EPCG Scheme, which itself has been formulated to promote export and earn foreign exchange. - HC....