What penalty has Vodafone Idea received from CGST?

Vodafone Idea received a penalty order of Rs 637.91 crore from the CGST, Ahmedabad South.

Why was Vodafone Idea penalized by the CGST?

The penalty is due to allegations of short payment of tax and excess availment of input tax credit.

Will Vodafone Idea pay the Rs 638 crore penalty?

Vodafone Idea disagrees with the order and intends to take appropriate legal action against it.

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Vodafone Idea Faces Rs 638 Crore Tax Penalty

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Summary

Vodafone Idea received a Rs 637.91 crore penalty order from CGST Ahmedabad.
The penalty relates to alleged short payment of tax and excess input tax credit.
The company disputes the order and plans to pursue legal action.

Vodafone Idea Faces Rs 638 Crore Tax Penalty

Vodafone Idea was issued a penalty order of Rs 637.91 crore by the Additional Commissioner of CGST, Ahmedabad South. This order, received on December 31, 2025, is under Section 74 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, and includes demands for tax and applicable interest.

The penalty stems from allegations of the telecom operator short-paying taxes and improperly claiming input tax credits. Vodafone Idea has expressed disagreement with the ruling, indicating its intention to pursue legal recourse against the order. The financial impact could be substantial, covering the full extent of the tax demand, interest, and penalty.

This development occurs amidst broader financial pressures for Vodafone Idea, including discussions of potential government relief packages concerning Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues. The company has faced significant financial stress due to intense market competition and accumulated debt.