₹146.79 Lakh Water Charge Demand on Reliance Quashed, Retrospective Recovery Held Unfair: Gujarat High Court

In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court examined whether the State can reopen concluded financial transactions and demand retrospective payments. The case titled Reliance Industries Ltd & Anr. vs State of Gujarat & Anr. dealt with the legality of raising fresh water charges after full and final settlement under contractual agreements. Background of the Dispute The dispute arose out of water supply arrangements between Reliance Industries Ltd and the…