Bata India has received a penalty demand of ₹23.94 lakh plus applicable tax and interest related to alleged discrepancies in Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims for the financial year 2021-22. The company intends to contest the demand before the appropriate authorities, believing it has a strong case and anticipates no material financial impact.
GST Order Details
Bata India has received a demand order relating to the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The order, dated December 30, 2025, was issued by the Office of the Commercial Tax Officer in Chandigarh.
Issues and Financial Implications
The demand order pertains to alleged irregularities related to Input Tax Credit (ITC) claims for the financial year 2021-22. The authorities state that the company’s ITC claims were not in compliance with applicable laws and lacked sufficient supporting documentation.
The total financial implication of the order is a penalty of ₹23,94,974, in addition to the original demand for tax and applicable interest.
Company Response
Bata India management believes that the company has a solid case and intends to appeal the matter before the relevant authorities. The company anticipates that the ultimate resolution of this issue will not have a significant financial impact.
Source: BSE
