CENVAT Credit of Insurance & consultancy services related to manufacturing allowed

Bhaurao Chavan Vs Commissioner of Central Excise (CESTAT Mumbai) The appellant, a sugar and molasses manufacturer, had availed CENVAT Credit for various service taxes paid, including insurance of vehicles, consultancy services for a co-generation plant, insurance for plant and machinery, and subscription fees to the National Sugar Federation. The revenue department contended that the CENVAT Credit was not admissible. After a show-cause notice and subsequent confirmation of the demand, the appellant approached the tribunal. The appellant argued that the expenses were directly related to their m...