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Issues involved: Petition under Article 226 for extension of benefits under Incentive Scheme 2001 for economic development of Kutch District and condoning delay in commercial production commencement.
Summary: 1. The petitioner filed a petition under Article 226 seeking direction to the respondent-State to extend the benefits of the Incentive Scheme 2001 for economic development of Kutch District and to condone the delay in commencement of commercial production. The petitioner also prayed for an extension of the date for commercial production commencement under the said scheme. 2. During the hearing, it was revealed that the petitioner had made representations to the Industries Commissioner, Government of Gujarat, and issued communications regarding the matter. The respondent assured that the petitioner's representation would be decided within one month from the date of the hearing. 3. The court decided not to delve into the merits of the case as the representation was pending and expected to be decided within a month. The petition was disposed of with the expectation that the respondent-State would decide on the petitioner's representation within the stipulated time. The petitioner was granted the opportunity to be heard and to provide necessary documents or submissions in support of their claim. The petitioner was also given the liberty to challenge any decision against them before an appropriate forum. 4. The respondent mentioned that if the petitioner submitted additional documents or made further representations, more time would be required for a decision. The petitioner agreed to file further representations along with supporting details within a week, and the respondent-State was directed to decide on these submissions within one month from the date of receipt. 5. The petition was disposed of with the aforementioned directions and observations.
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