Not So Fast! Madras High Court Shields Directors from Automatic GST Recovery

Khalid Buhari Vs Assistant Commissioner of CGST and C.Ex (Madras High Court) Imagine waking up to find your personal bank account frozen because the company you direct owes GST. For many directors of private companies, this nightmare is a constant threat under the GST regime. However, a recent landmark ruling by the Madras High Court has sent a clear message: Personal liability is not a reflex; it’s a last resort. The Case: Khalid Buhari vs. Assistant Commissioner of CGST The petitioner, a Director of M/s. Trans Car India Private Limited, found his personal bank account attached via Form GST...