IndiGo fined Rs 25 lakh over ATF customs duty dispute

IndiGo has been fined Rs 25 lakh by Ludhiana's Joint Commissioner (Customs) over a customs dispute involving unconsumed Aviation Turbine Fuel. The company disclosed the penalty, stating no material impact on its financials or operations and intends to challenge the order legally. IndiGo’s firm stance involves taking appropriate legal measures against the penalty.

IndiGo has been fined Rs 25 lakh by the Joint Commissioner (Customs), Ludhiana, over a dispute involving additional customs duty on leftover Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). The company disclosed this penalty under Regulation 30 of SEBI's Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.

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It added, "There is no material impact on the financials, operations, or other activities of the company.

" IndiGo also clarified its intention to "take appropriate legal measures " against the penalty.

This penalty arises from an alleged customs violation concerning unconsumed ATF. However, the company remains firm in its stance and plans to challenge the order through legal channels, it said.

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