SML Mahindra's ₹11.56 Lakh Penalty Demand Nullified by Income Tax Appeals Commissioner
SML Mahindra's appeal for AY 2016-17 has been allowed by the Commissioner of Income-Tax (Appeals). The penalty demand of ₹11.56 lakhs, previously imposed under Section 271(1)(c) of the Income Tax Act, has been nullified by the order received on July 31, 2026.
The impact is considered low as the penalty was for a past assessment year and has now been nullified, with no ongoing financial implications.
The company received a favorable order from the Income Tax Appeals Commissioner, nullifying a penalty demand. This is a positive development for the company.
SML Mahindra Limited (formerly SML Isuzu Limited) has received a favorable order from the National Faceless Appeal Centre (NFAC) of the Income Tax Department.
In continuation of a previous order dated February 28, 2024, which imposed a penalty of ₹11.56 lakhs on the company for Assessment Year (AY) 2016-17 under Section 271(1)(c) of the Income Tax Act, the Commissioner of Income-Tax (Appeals) has now allowed the company's appeal.
The Authority's order, received via email on July 31, 2026, at 03:55 AM, nullifies the penalty demand of ₹11.56 lakhs for AY 2016-17. This decision is issued under Section 250 of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
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