Legal13 Mar 2026, 10:49 am
United Breweries Ltd. Receives GST Demand Order of ₹ 31,88,31,224 for New Tax Litigation
AI Summary
United Breweries Ltd. has received a GST Demand Order dated 26.02.2026 on 12.03.2026 of ₹ 31,88,31,224 (GST of ₹ 15,94,15,612 and equivalent penalty) concerning the taxability of assignment of leasehold rights & classification dispute on Non-Alcoholic Beverage (NAB). The demand is in relation to two issues: (i) assignment of leasehold land situated in Navi Mumbai; and (ii) a classification dispute pertaining to Non-Alcoholic Beverage (NAB). The Company had proactively deposited ₹ 11,12,64,330/- under protest prior to initiation of proceedings. The Company is currently evaluating appropriate judicial and appellate remedies.
Key Highlights
- United Breweries Ltd. received a GST Demand Order of ₹ 31,88,31,224
- The demand is concerning the taxability of assignment of leasehold rights & classification dispute on Non-Alcoholic Beverage (NAB)
- The demand is in relation to two issues: assignment of leasehold land situated in Navi Mumbai and a classification dispute
- The Company had proactively deposited ₹ 11,12,64,330/- under protest prior to initiation of proceedings
- The Company is currently evaluating appropriate judicial and appellate remedies