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The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that GST authorities cannot seize goods in transit without first conducting an inquiry into the authenticity of the transaction, even if the original supplier does not have GST registration.

The court held that the GST law does not allow for the seizure of goods in transit without first conducting an inquiry into the authenticity of the transaction.

This is a welcome relief for businesses that transport goods across India, as it clarifies that GST authorities cannot seize goods simply because the original supplier does not have GST registration.

The ruling is also significant because it sets a precedent for future cases. It establishes that GST authorities must follow due process before seizing goods in transit.

This will help to protect the rights of businesses and ensure that they are not unfairly targeted by the GST authorities.