2024 (10) TMI 1017 - HC - GST

Seeking release of amount charged towards GST for release of the bills for the work done - It is contended that the petitioner is not liable to pay the GST as per the contract - HELD THAT - It appears that the dispute is alleged with regard to the payment of GST and as such Rs. 2,10,714/- GST amount has been released on the bills of the petitioner for the work prepared by him. As such if the petitioner contends that he is not liable to pay the amount and the same is disputed by the learned counsel for the respondent, this Court is not inclined to entertain such application but liberty is granted to the petitioner to approach the alternative forum namely Arbitral in the terms and conditions of the agreement itself. Petition disposed off.

Summary

The petitioner filed a writ petition seeking release of Rs. 2,10,714 charged as GST for work done. State contends petitioner is liable to pay GST, suggesting arbitration for dispute resolution. Court allows petitioner to approach Arbitral forum as per agreement terms for resolution. Writ petition disposed with liberty to approach Arbitral forum.