Vodafone Idea’s Bold Stand: Challenging ₹48 Crore GST Orders in High Stakes Legal Move

Vodafone Idea Limited has disclosed receipt of two substantial penalty orders under the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017, issued by authorities in Guwahati and Mumbai. The first order, received on December 18, 2025, was passed by the Joint Commissioner, CBIC, Guwahati, confirming a penalty of ₹44.78 crore along with tax demand and interest. The second order, received on December 19, 2025, was issued by the Additional Commissioner GST & Central Excise, Mumbai East, imposing a penalty of ₹3.79 crore, plus applicable demand and interest. Both orders relate to allegations of excess or wrongly availed Input Tax Credit (ITC) during the period from April 2018 to March 2024.  

 

Vodafone Idea has categorically stated its disagreement with both orders and indicated that it will take appropriate legal and administrative action to seek rectification or reversal. The company’s filings with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) clarify that the maximum financial impact would be limited to the quantum of tax demand, interest, and penalties levied as per these orders.  

 

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Source: NSE Corporate Announcements, BSE Corporate Announcements, Vodafone Idea Regulatory Filings