Emami Paper Mills Receives GST Demand-Cum-Show Cause Notice Valued at Rs 2.60 Crore
Emami Paper Mills Limited has received a Demand-Cum-Show Cause Notice from the GST Authority regarding alleged non-compliance in tax payments. The notice, dated July 20, 2026, was issued by the Office of the Commissioner (Audit), GST & Central Excise: Bhubaneswar.The notice pertains to financial years spanning FY 2020-21 to 2022-23 and covers several allegations related to GST compliance under reverse charge mechanisms. The total aggregate demand related to these matters stands at approximately Rs 2.60 crore, along with applicable interest and penalties as stipulated under Section 74 of the CGST Act, 2017.
The core issues identified by the authority include:
- Alleged non-payment of GST under reverse charge on water charges paid to the Government of Odisha.
- Alleged non-payment of GST under reverse charge on security services received.
- Alleged wrongful availment of input tax credit on invoices issued by a cancelled supplier.
The operational and financial implications of this demand have been assessed internally, and according to Emami Paper Mills Limited, there is no material impact on the company’s financial or operating activities at present.
Key details regarding the GST notice are summarized below:
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Communication Type | Issuance of Demand-Cum-Show Cause Notice |
| Date Received | 20th July, 2026 |
| Authority | Office of the Commissioner (Audit), GST & Central Excise: Bhubaneswar |
| Applicable Period | FY 2020-21 to 2022-23 |
| Aggregate Demand | Approximately Rs. 2.60 crore |
| Proposed Penalty | Under Section 74 of the CGST Act, 2017 |
In response to the notice, Emami Paper Mills Limited has confirmed that it will file a reply addressing the Show Cause Notice before the Adjudicating Authority.
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