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S.v.v.estates (swarna Palace) Vs State Of Andhra Pradesh and Others (Andhra Pradesh High Court)
Introduction: The case of S.V.V. Estates (Swarna Palace) vs. State of Andhra Pradesh revolves around the petitioner’s plea for the waiver of interest on property tax arrears. This article delves into the details of the judgment passed by the Andhra Pradesh High Court, addressing the representation made by the petitioner and the directives issued to the Municipal Corporation.
Detailed Analysis: The petitioner, aggrieved by the non-consideration of their representation for the waiver of penal amounts, presented their case before the Andhra Pradesh High Court. They contended that a government order empowered the Corporation to waive interest on property tax arrears. Despite earlier payments made by the petitioner, including penalties and interest, the Corporation failed to adjust the amounts accordingly. The petitioner’s representation remained unanswered, hindering their ability to benefit from subsequent government orders facilitating waivers.
On the other hand, the Municipal Corporation argued that the petitioner must first apply for the benefits outlined in the government order before raising grievances. They assured that upon application, the authorities would consider both the waiver claim and the pending representation.
Upon reviewing the records, the High Court recognized the petitioner’s entitlement to a refund of a specific amount as per government orders. Considering the deadline set by recent directives, the Court issued directives:
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