Hitachi Energy India has received a tax demand order from the Uttar Pradesh GST Authority following a GST audit for FY 2021-22. The demand includes alleged short payment of tax, input tax credit issues, and penalties, totaling ₹9,02,10,392.00 in GST and ₹90,21,037.00 in penalties, plus interest. The company intends to appeal the order.
GST Audit Findings
Hitachi Energy India has been notified of a tax demand following a GST audit conducted by the Uttar Pradesh GST Authority for the financial year 2021-22. The order, issued on December 10, 2025, outlines alleged discrepancies related to GST payments and input tax credit claims.
Key Issues Raised
The GST Authority’s order cites several issues:
- Alleged short payment of tax on outward supply due to differences in reported values.
- Improperly claimed Input Tax Credit (ITC) on invoices from cancelled dealers.
- Utilized Input tax availed on blocked Input tax credit.
Financial Impact and Response
The total tax demand amounts to ₹9,02,10,392.00 in GST and a penalty of ₹90,21,037.00. An unspecified amount of interest is also demanded. Hitachi Energy India disputes the validity of the tax demand and plans to file an appeal with the relevant appellate authority within the stipulated timeframe. The company believes the demand is unjustified and unsustainable under the prevailing laws.
Source: BSE