2019 (7) TMI 1741 - HC - GST

Setting up of GST Tribunals in various states - HELD THAT - On previous occasions the Court had asked for submission of the status report from the Central as well as the State Government as to what progress has been made by them in setting up of the GST State Tribunal at Allahabad, which is a Principal Seat of the Allahabad High Court. The report has as yet not submitted - All the respondents pray for and are allowed two weeks' further and no more time to submit a compliance report. List this matter on 19.07.2019.

Summary

Issues: Setting up of the GST State Tribunal at Allahabad - Compliance report submission delay.

Setting up of the GST State Tribunal at Allahabad:
The High Court of Allahabad, in this judgment, addressed the issue of the progress made by the Central and State Governments in establishing the GST State Tribunal at Allahabad, the Principal Seat of the Allahabad High Court. The Court noted that despite previous requests, the status report had not been submitted. Consequently, the respondents were granted an additional two weeks to furnish the compliance report. The matter was listed for further consideration on a specified date. The Court emphasized the importance of timely compliance and directed the authorities to ensure communication and necessary actions within 24 hours to the concerned parties.

Compliance report submission delay:
The judgment highlighted the delay in submitting the compliance report regarding the establishment of the GST State Tribunal at Allahabad. The Court allowed the respondents, including the Central and State Governments, a final two weeks to provide the required report. The order specified strict adherence to the timeline and mandated the communication of the order to the concerned legal representatives promptly. The Court's decision underscored the significance of meeting deadlines and ensuring accountability in the execution of legal directives.