Kerala HC Disposes Writ Petition: GST Appeal Period Extended

Menacherry Lonappan Jayan Vs State Tax Officer (Kerala High Court) Introduction: This article delves into the recent development in the Kerala High Court, where a writ petition filed by Menacherry Lonappan Jayan against the State Tax Officer’s order (Exhibit P-5) has been disposed of. The disposal is based on the availability of an alternative remedy and the extension of the limitation period for filing GST appeals, as per Notification No. 53/2023–Central Tax. Detailed Analysis: 1. Background of Writ Petition: The writ petition, filed by Menacherry Lonappan Jayan, challenged the vali...