Case Law Details
Directorate General of GST Intelligence Vs Jitender Kumar (Delhi High Court)
The legal tussle between the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) and Jitender Kumar, as presented in CRL.M.C.4529/2023 and M.C.4528/2023, unveils a complex narrative involving anticipatory bail, GST evasion, and allegations of economic offenses. This article delves into the case’s intricacies, dissecting the contentions of both parties, exploring key legal principles, and dissecting the decisions rendered by the judiciary.
Background: The case originated when DRI Gandhidham and DGGI intercepted 21 containers carrying smoking mixtures from Mundra Port, Gujarat, revealing them to be spurious upon laboratory testing. The investigation led to allegations of GST evasion amounting to Rs. 218 crores against Jitender Kumar, the proprietor of M/s Harsha International. Subsequent events, including the arrest of co-accused Manish Goyal and the grant of anticipatory bail to Jitender Kumar, set the stage for legal confrontations.
Legal Proceedings:
1. Anticipatory Bail and its Controversies:
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