Bombay HC Sets Aside MVAT on Vehicle Registration, Handling & Insurance Charges

Chavan Motors Division India Private Limited Vs State of Maharashtra and Ors. (Bombay High Court)

Bombay HC sets aside Review Orders imposing MVAT on registration charges, handling charges and insurance charges on motor vehicles

Introduction

In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has quashed the imposition of Maharashtra Value Added Tax (MVAT) on registration, handling, and insurance charges for motor vehicles. This decision comes as a relief to automobile dealers and buyers, ensuring that such ancillary charges do not fall under the purview of MVAT. The case in focus is Chavan Motors Division India Private Limited Vs State of Maharashtra and Ors., where the court cited the precedent set in Modi Car Agencies Pvt. Ltd. v/s. The State of Maharashtra and Ors.

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