Gujarat HC Quashes Faceless Income Tax Assessment for Denying Video Conference Hearing

Atulbhai Kantilal Mehta Vs ACIT (Gujarat High Court)

The Gujarat High Court entertained a writ application filed by an assessee challenging an assessment order and consequential proceedings, including a proposed penalty under Section 270A of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The assessee’s case was selected for limited scrutiny under CASS to verify unsecured loans and personal expenditure. Following the issuance of notices and the submission of a draft assessment order proposing additions, the assessee raised objections, arguing that the assessment exceeded the scope of the limited s

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