Gujarat HC sets aside Rs 146.79 lakh bill to RIL for ‘unpaid water charges’
Indian Express·4h ago·Positive
What Happened
Gujarat High Court quashed a Rs 146.79 lakh retrospective water charges demand against Reliance Industries Ltd for 1997-2005. Justice H M Prachchhak ruled that the state cannot impose additional financial burdens after contract conclusion, citing contractual certainty and estoppel principles. The court invalidated the July 2005 state government order.
Key Entities
Gujarat High CourtReliance Industries Ltd (RIL)Justice H M PrachchhakRs 146.79 lakhWater chargesEstoppel principle