Court Sets Aside Order Passed Against A Dead Person: Madras High Court

In the case of W.P.No.25129 of 2024, M/s.S.R.Steels (represented by Mr. Anandbabu) challenged an order issued by the Deputy State Tax Officer, Hosur (South) II Circle, dated 07.02.2024. The core issue revolved around the validity of an order issued against a deceased individual. Background: M/s.S.R.Steels, a company previously owned by a proprietor who passed away on 21.11.2019, faced a show cause notice and an order from the tax authority despite…