Case Details: Anil Singh vs. Union of India (2026) 41 Centax 246 (Chhattisgarh)
Judiciary and Counsel Details
- Ramesh Sinha, CJ.
- S/Shri Prafull Bharat, Sr. Adv. & Manish Nigam, Adv., for the Applicant.
- Shri Maneesh Sharma, Adv., for the Respondent.
Facts of the Case
The applicant filed a first bail application under section 483 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, for the grant of regular bail in connection with an arrest made by DGGI, Raipur, for offences under section 132 of the CGST Act and the Chhattisgarh GST Act. The investigation originated from a firm named M/s Ramdoot Enterprises, which was found to be procuring goods from non-existent or suspended firms, and the applicant, alleged operator of two firms, was accused of availing input tax credit (ITC) through bogus billing without movement of goods. It was submitted that allegations were documented, searches occurred, records were seized, and statements were recorded. The matter was placed before the High Court.
High Court Held
The High Court held that the allegations against the applicant were based on documentary material. It was observed that the investigation stood substantially complete as records were seized and statements were recorded. It was held that further custodial interrogation was not required. Accordingly, the bail application was allowed, and regular bail was granted on furnishing a bail bond with one surety.
