Procedural Violations Invalidate Notice: Natural Justice Principles Require Fair Hearing and Opportunity to Respond

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....HC held that the impugned notifications and show cause notice (SCN) were procedurally defective due to violation of natural justice principles. Citing precedent in a similar case involving Neelgiri Machinery, the court determined that the petitioner was not provided adequate opportunity for personal hearing. Despite portal modifications after 16th January 2024, the court found substantial procedural irregularities. Consequently, the court set aside the original order and remanded the matter back to the concerned adjudicating authority for fresh consideration, ensuring the petitioner receives proper opportunity to present their case.....