In a recent court decision, a formal request filed by Avinash Desai's team was dismissed. The request challenged actions under the Prohibition of Benami Property Transaction Act, 1988. However, it was withdrawn, allowing Avinash Desai and his team to present their case to a different decision-making authority.
The request, represented by Avinash Desai and his team, aimed to challenge several notices and orders issued by the Income Tax Department. These included:
The request claimed these actions were "illegal, unfair, unconstitutional, and against the rules of the Act."
The case was presented by experienced lawyer Avinash Desai and his team, while N. Praveen Reddy represented the Income Tax Department. The case was overseen by Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G.M. Mohiuddin.
During the proceedings, Avinash Desai's lawyer asked for permission to withdraw the formal request. This withdrawal allowed them to bring up all relevant points before the decision-making authority in the future.
"The lawyer for the petitioners seeks permission to withdraw the formal request with the freedom to bring up all the relevant points before the decision-making authority."
The lawyer for the Income Tax Department had no objections to the withdrawal. This led to the dismissal of the formal request, with no order regarding costs.
The decision, dated October 23, 2025, concluded with the dismissal of the formal request and closure of any pending additional applications. The case shows the legal process and the strategic withdrawal to pursue a more suitable forum for Avinash Desai's claims.
