Suzlon Energy Ltd. has disclosed that the Enforcement Directorate’s Mumbai Zonal Office-II has imposed a penalty of Rs.25 lakh for procedural lapses under FEMA regulations. The company clarified that the matter relates to a bona fide transaction already reported to the Reserve Bank of India and has no material impact on operations.
Suzlon Energy, a leading renewable energy solutions provider, informed stock exchanges about the penalty levied by the Directorate of Enforcement. The issue stems from non-compliance with FEMA provisions linked to export advances and RBI approvals.
Regulatory Action
The Enforcement Directorate cited contravention of Section 7 of FEMA, 1999, and related regulations. The penalty was imposed for failure to export goods against long-term export advances and non-receipt of RBI approval for set-off against export service invoices.
Company Response
Suzlon emphasized that the matter is procedural in nature and pertains to a bona fide transaction already reported to the RBI. The company assured stakeholders that there is no material financial or operational impact.
Key Highlights
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Penalty of Rs.25 lakh imposed by Enforcement Directorate
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Contravention linked to FEMA Section 7 and export regulations
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Procedural lapse involving export advances and RBI approval
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Company clarifies no material impact on financials or operations
Sources: Suzlon Energy Ltd. regulatory filing, Enforcement Directorate communication