Fraudulent GST Registration: Bombay HC Slams UIDAI, Govt for Inaction in ID Fraud Case

Vilas Prabhakar Lad Vs Unique Identification Authority of India (Bombay High Court) The Hon’ble Bombay High Court in Vilas Prabhakar Lad v. UIDAI & Ors. [WRIT PETITION NO. 3586 OF 2021 dated July 22, 2025] held that GST authorities must delete the Aadhaar and PAN linked to the Petitioner’s name from the portal as the registration was fraudulently obtained and expressed deep displeasure at the systemic failure across statutory authorities to act upon clear evidence of impersonation and fraud. Facts: Vilas Prabhakar Lad (“the Petitioner”) is a small provisional store owner re...