Emami Paper Mills (NSE: EMAMIPAP, BSE: 533208) Receives GST Orders on Show Cause Notices; No Material Financial Impact

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Kolkata, February 3, 2025 – Emami Paper Mills Limited has provided an update on regulatory proceedings concerning Demand-Cum-Show Cause Notices (SCN) received from the GST Authority, as disclosed in its filing under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Key Regulatory Developments

The company received three separate GST orders from regulatory authorities related to previously issued SCNs. The details of these orders are as follows:
SCN NumberAuthority Issuing OrderDecision
SCN 1Assistant Commissioner, Central GST & Central Excise, Balasore Division, OdishaDemand of ₹39,92,962 for FY 2017-18 dropped as unsustainable under law.
SCN 2Assistant Commissioner, Central GST & Central Excise, Balasore Division, OdishaDemand of ₹66,33,456 dropped, but ₹2,04,896 of ITC disallowed, with interest and penalty levied.
SCN 3Superintendent, CGST & Central Excise, Balasore-II Range, OdishaOriginal demand of ₹8,04,040 reduced to ₹5,54,632, with interest and penalty applicable.

Impact and Next Steps

  • Minimal Financial or Operational Impact: Emami Paper Mills has stated that the orders do not have a material financial or operational impact on the company.
  • Potential Legal Recourse: The company is currently evaluating whether to challenge the unfavorable portion of the orders before higher courts or authorities within the prescribed timeframe.

Disclosure Timing

The orders were received on February 1, 2025 (Saturday), and the company made the regulatory disclosure on February 3, 2025, as February 2 was a Sunday (office holiday).

Conclusion

While some ITC disallowances and penalties have been imposed, the company has largely succeeded in contesting substantial GST demands. Emami Paper Mills maintains that there is no material financial or operational impact at this stage, but it may pursue legal remedies for the unfavorable portions.
 
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