Vodafone Idea Limited has received an order from the Aizawl-I Range, Guwahati, regarding alleged non-payment of tax under the reverse charge mechanism for the financial years 2018-19 and 2019-20. The authority has confirmed a penalty of Rs. 16,42,918 along with associated demand and interest. The company maintains its disagreement with the order and intends to initiate appropriate legal actions to contest the decision.
Order Details and Financial Impact
The company announced that it received a formal order dated April 22, 2026, from the Superintendent of Central Goods and Services Tax, Aizawl-I Range. The order centers on allegations of non-payment of tax on a reverse charge basis for the 2018-19 and 2019-20 financial periods. The total financial impact involves the confirmed penalty of Rs. 16,42,918, in addition to the underlying tax demand and applicable interest.
Company Stance and Next Steps
Vodafone Idea Limited has clarified that it does not agree with the findings of the tax authority. Consequently, the company has confirmed its intent to challenge the order through appropriate legal channels. Operations continue as the company prepares to take necessary legal action to address the disputed tax demand and associated liabilities.
Source: BSE
