Legal28 May 2026, 11:51 pm
HCL's Water Charge Demand Reduced to ₹92.166 Cr; Penalty Waiver Sought
AI Summary
Hindustan Copper Ltd (HCL) has received an update on a pending legal case regarding water consumption charges from the Subarnrekha Canal Division, Jharkhand. The initial demand of ₹216 crore has been reassessed, and the total outstanding amount from 2000-01 to October 2025 is now estimated at ₹92.166 crore. This revised amount comprises ₹46.623 crore in water charges and a penalty of ₹45.543 crore. HCL is currently evaluating the department's calculation and intends to request a waiver for the penalty component.
Key Highlights
- Original water charge demand of ₹216 crore reassessed.
- New estimated outstanding amount is ₹92.166 crore.
- This includes a significant penalty of ₹45.543 crore.
- HCL is evaluating the calculation and seeking penalty waiver.
- Potential liability for HCL has been substantially reduced.
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