Representative’s Hospitalization: Madras HC Sets Aside Order, Grants Fresh Hearing Opportunity

Sohanlal Jain Ramesh Vs Assessment Unit (Madras High Court) The Madras High Court has set aside an assessment order dated March 1, 2025, issued by the Income Tax Department’s Assessment Unit against Sohanlal Jain Ramesh. The court granted the petitioner a fresh opportunity to file a reply to the tax notices, acknowledging that the petitioner’s Authorized Representative (AR) was hospitalized for gallbladder surgery, preventing timely responses. The writ petition challenged the impugned order, arguing a violation of natural justice principles. Mr. V. Mahalingam, learned Senior Standi...