Release of seized perishable goods – HC directs expeditious conclusion of adjudication proceedings

ARJ Exim India & Anr. Vs Assistant Commissioner, CGST (Delhi High Court) The petitioners has filed the present petition, inter alia, praying as under: “a) issue a writ of mandamus directing the Respondent Authority to conclude the adjudication proceedings expeditiously and in the meantime, release the seized perishable goods; b) direct the Respondent to allow the cross examination of the Panch witnesses, other witnesses whose statements are relied upon in the Show Cause Notice and the officers of the DGGI, whose names are mentioned in para 30 and 32 of this petition.” 2. Search and sei...