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Film & Television Producers Guild of India (FPGI) ) Vs State of Maharashtra (Bombay High Court)
The Bombay High Court’s decision in the case between the Film & Television Producers Guild of India (FPGI) and the State of Maharashtra revolves around the levy of entertainment duty and penalty concerning the APSARA Awards. The court upheld the entertainment duty while deleting the penalty, providing significant insights into the interpretation of entertainment laws in Maharashtra.
Background of the Case
The case originated when the FPGI organized the APSARA Awards on January 21, 2006, at the Jamshedji Bhabha Auditorium. The event, aimed at recognizing achievements in cinema and television, was not ticketed and was attended by invitees only. Despite this, a flying squad from the entertainment department noted the presence of advertisements and performances, leading to the imposition of an entertainment duty of Rs. 71,87,500 and a penalty of Rs. 1,43,75,000, later reduced to Rs. 71,87,500.
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