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S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject Decision of the Committee 1. M/s SRS Knit Fab 01/37/218/121/AM 14/EPCGII 3030002372 dated 22.01.2007 Condonation of blockwise EO for the 1st block The Committee decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP to allow condonation from condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP v1/Para 5.8.2 of HBP v1 (RE: 2013). This has the approval of DG. MINUTES OF EPCG COMMITTEE MEETING HELD UNDER THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF SHRI JAIKANT SINGH , ADGFT AT 1430 Hours on 23.10.2013 Following officers attended the meeting: a. Shri Akash Taneja, Joint DGFT, Directorate General of Foreign Trade b. Shri K. K. Tiwari, Industrial Adviser, Department of Heavy Industry c. Shri K. K. Sinha, Industrial Adviser, Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion d. Shri V. K. Kohli, Director, O/o Textile Commissioner, Noida e. Shri A. K. Pandey, Sr. Technical Officer, Department of Revenue f. Shri D. V. S. P. Varma, Deputy Director General, Directorate General of Foreign Trade 2. Minutes of the last Meeting held on 30.08.2013 were confirmed. 3. The Committee deliberated upon all the cases and following decisions were taken:

ctorate General of Foreign Trade 2. Minutes of the last Meeting held on 30.08.2013 were confirmed. 3. The Committee deliberated upon all the cases and following decisions were taken:

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 2. M/s Poly Medicure Limited, New Delhi 01/37/218/123/AM 14/EPCGII 0530149916 dated 24.09.2009 0530150849 dated 05.01.2010 0530151314 dated 19.02.2010 0530153163 dated 23.08.2010 0530153271 dated 03.09.2010 0530156104 dated 28.07.2011 Acceptance of installation certificate issued by Chartered Engineer The Committee deliberated upon the case and decided to defer it with the direction to obtain confirmation from Central Excise Authority about the installation of Capital Goods. 3. M/s Vedanta Aluminium Limited 01/37/218/133/AM 14/EPCGII N.A Grant of EPCG Authorization for import of “Metal Transport Vehicle (MTV)” [ITC (HS) Code: 84289090] The technical members of the Committee confirmed that the equipment to be imported is a machinery to be used for production purpose only and not for transportation on road. Hence, the Committee decided to allow issuance of EPCG Authorization for import of the same. 4. M/s Vedanta Aluminium Limited, Jharsuguda 01/37/218/134/AM 14/EPCGII 0530142538 dated 30.11.2006 0530142807 dated 10.01.2007 0530143144 dated 28.02.2007 Condonation of delay in submission of installation certificate The Committee observed that the firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central

0530143144 dated 28.02.2007 Condonation of delay in submission of installation certificate The Committee observed that the firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise and decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 5. M/s Shree Laxmi Glasstech 01/37/218/115/AM 14/EPCGII 1330003789 dated 09.05.2013 Grant of permission for change of installation of capital goods from leased premises to their own premises firm could not install the Capital Goods in their rented/leased premises located at H118, Bhadrana, VKI Area, Jaipur due to dispute raised by land owner and have taken another premises at H 1/163, VKI Area Extension (Bhadrana), Jaipur – 302013 for installation of Capital Goods. The Committee, therefore, decided to allow installation of Capital Goods at their factory premises at H 1/163, VKI Area Extension (Bhadrana), Jaipur – 302013. 6. M/s SKH SILA India Pvt. Ltd. 01/37/218/112/AM 14/EPCGII 3130004302 dated 06.11.2009 Shifting of capital goods form one unit to other unit The Committee observed that both the addresses i.e. the address endorsed in EPCG Authorization and the address of other unit where Capital Goods have been actually installed are mentioned in IEC and, therefore, decided to allow shifting of Capital Goods from their Pune

ion and the address of other unit where Capital Goods have been actually installed are mentioned in IEC and, therefore, decided to allow shifting of Capital Goods from their Pune Plant to their plant located at Khasra No. 970/1971, NH8, DelhiJaipur Highway, Shikopur, Gurgaon subject to the condition that the firm will submit fresh Installation Certificate within 6 months from the date of shifting.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 7. M/s Sterlite Technologies Limited 01/37/218/136/AM 14/EPCGII 3130002200 dated 10.01.2007 3130002583 dated 19.07.2007 3130002760 dated 25.10.2007 3130004003 dated 28.04.2009 3130004866 dated 11.06.2010 3130005006 dated 04.08.2010 Shifting of capital goods form one unit to other unit The Committee observed that both the addresses i.e. the address endorsed in EPCG Authorization and the address of other unit where Capital Goods have been actually installed are mentioned in IEC. The new address is also mentioned in RCMC. The Committee, therefore, decided to allow shifting of Capital Goods from their Plant located at 2D, Sec10, Integrated Industrial Estate, Haridwar263145 to their plant located at Build C PTB Div. Survey No. 209 and 203/2, PhaseII, Piparia Industrial Estate, Piparia, UT of D&N Haveli 396230 subject to the condition that the firm will submit fresh Installation Certificate within 6 months from the date of shifting. 8. M/s Sanghvi Forging and Engineering Limited

230 subject to the condition that the firm will submit fresh Installation Certificate within 6 months from the date of shifting. 8. M/s Sanghvi Forging and Engineering Limited 01/37/218/117/AM 14/EPCGII 3430002152 dated 07.05.2012 Condonation of delay in submission of installation certificate firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise and decided to recommend 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods. 9. M/s Singhvi Paper Products (P) Limited 01/37/218/129/AM 14/EPCGII 0430000709 dated 29.07.2002 Extension in Export Obligation Period The Committee decided to recommend to DG for FTP to allow extension in EOP for 2 years, beyond first extension of 2 years, on payment of 50% Customs Duty in proportion to unfulfilled EO in terms of provisions contained in

Para 5.11(b) of HBP Vol. I.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 10. M/s Paranjape Metal Shapers Pvt. Ltd, Pune 01/37/218/127/AM 14/EPCGII 3130002099 dated 14.11.2006 (a) Condonation of delay and relaxation in obtaining installation certificate from Central Excise Authority. (b) Acceptance of shipping bills without authorization number and date as per Policy Circular No. 7 dated 11.07.2002 (a)The Committee noted that: i. the EO has been stated to be fulfilled by the firm; ii. the firm had obtained Installation Certificate from Chartered Engineer as per which date of installation is 02.03.2007; iii. Central Excise Authority has requested the firm to furnish the Installation Certificate failing which penal action will be initiated against the firm to recover the duty+interest. The Committee deliberated upon the case and decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP to allow condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificate from Central Excise subject to the condition that the firm will furnish the same within 3 months. This has the approval of DG. (b) In respect of the firm’s request regarding acceptance of shipping bills without authorization number and date as per Policy Circular 7 dated 11.07.2002, the Committee decided to remand the case to the concerned Regional Authority for examination and further necessary action.

er and date as per Policy Circular 7 dated 11.07.2002, the Committee decided to remand the case to the concerned Regional Authority for examination and further necessary action.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 11. M/s Prism KnitFab (P) Limited 01/37/218/84/AM 14/EPCGII 0230000211 dated 04.04.2002 Condonation of blockwise EO The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of each block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP v1/Para 5.8.2 of HBP v1 (RE:2013). 12. M/s Meramax Private Limited 01/36/218/148/AM 11/EPCGI 0330015155 dated 21.02.2007 Condonation for partial export obligation of US$ 17,08,314/ (Rs. 7,52,51,225/) under EPCG License No. 0330015155 dated 21.02.2007 as per Para 5.11.2 of HBP v1 2004 09 in relaxation of Policy Provision under

Para 2.5 of FTP

200409 on the grounds of genuine hardship and unforeseen circumstances beyond their control The Committee considered the case and points raised by the representative of Department of Revenue. It was decided that the party should fulfill Export Obligation as Export Obligation Period was still valid or they may regularize the case in terms of Para 5.14 of HBP v1. For this, they may claim insurance benefit if they feel so.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 13. M/s Mehta Print Arts Private limited 01/36/218/126/AM 14/EPCGI 0530141573 dated 24.07.2006 0530154587 dated 20.01.2011 Condonation of delay in getting installation certificate from jurisdictional Excise Authority against 2 EPCG Authorizations No. 0530141573 dated 24.07.2006 and 0530154587 dated 20.01.2011. Acceptance of installation certificates from independent chartered engineer firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise and decided to recommend 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods. 14. M/s Bangera Seaworld Private Limited 01/36/218/156/AM 14/EPCGI 6 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM13 Condonation of delay in installation of capital goods in respect of 6 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM13 export product is claimed to be non excisable and the firm have already taken Chartered Engineer Certificate for Installation of Capital Goods. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para

be non excisable and the firm have already taken Chartered Engineer Certificate for Installation of Capital Goods. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 15. M/s Bhadra International (India) Private Limited 01/36/218/127/AM 13/EPCGI 0530156655 dated 03.10.2011 Condonation of delay in submission of Installation certificate in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 0530156655 dated 03.10.2011 Authorization Holder is a Service Provider and has already obtained Installation Certificate from Chartered Engineer. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods. 16. M/s Arihant Tiles & Marbles Pvt. Ltd. 01/36/218/48/AM 14/EPCGI 1330000416 dated 17.12.2003 Condonation for slight deviation in description of capital goods imported against EPCG Authorization No. 1330000416 dated 17.12.2003 The Committee deliberated upon the case in detail and decided to defer the case. It was decided to call from the party a copy of Custom attested Invoice of Capital Goods bearing technical details/specifications.

iberated upon the case in detail and decided to defer the case. It was decided to call from the party a copy of Custom attested Invoice of Capital Goods bearing technical details/specifications.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 17. M/s India Forge & Drop stampings Limited 01/36/218/111/AM 14/EPCGI 3130001502 dated 27.12.2005 (a) Condonation from requirement of maintaining average EO yearwise (b) Condonation from non mentioning of EPCG License No. and date on shipping bills in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 3130001502 dated 27.12.2005 a. The Committee observed that the firm have shortfall in average EO in the year 200607 however they have excess average export obligation in the years 200708 and 200809 which covers the shortfall in Average EO in the year 200607. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend to DG for FTP for Condonation from requirement of maintenance of average EO yearwise. This has the approval of DG. b. The Committee decided to remand back the case to the concerned RA to examine the request of the firm regarding condonation from non mentioning of EPCG Licence No. and date on shipping bills.

decided to remand back the case to the concerned RA to examine the request of the firm regarding condonation from non mentioning of EPCG Licence No. and date on shipping bills.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 18. M/s Arun Plasto Moulders (India) Pvt. Ltd. 01/36/218/118/AM 14/EPCGI 0430002267 dated 13.01.2005 Condonation of blockwise EO and nexus certification against EPCG Authorization No. 0430002267 dated 13.01.2005 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP The technical members of the Committee indicated that there is nexus between import item (Engel Injection Moulding Machine, Hot Stamping Machine for cosmetic cap material P.P for small cap and Hot stamping machine for cosmetic cap material P.P for big cap) and export product(Laminated tubes excluding items reserved for SSI sector). The Committee, therefore, certified the nexus. 19. M/s Alphamed Formulations Private Limited 01/36/218/140/AM 14/EPCGI 0930007379 dated 11.08.2011 Condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificate in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 0930007379 dated 11.08.2011 firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise and decided to recommend 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay

t of EPCG Authorization No. 0930007379 dated 11.08.2011 firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise and decided to recommend 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 20. M/s Asian Hotels (North) Limited 01/36/218/170/AM 14/EPCGI 0530150885 dated 07.01.2010 Change of place of Installation of Capital Goods The Committee observed that: a. The subject licence was issued to them {M/s Asian Hotels (North) Limited, New Delhi} who are the owners of the Vehicle; b. The BMW cars imported for their Group Company M/s Magus Estates & Hotels Limited, Mumbai are not running as per their expectations; c. They have decided to bring these vehicles to their Hyatt Regency Delhi Hotel; d. The firm have been informed by the JDGFT, CLA, New Delhi to approach DGFT Headquarters for permission to change of place of installation against the subject EPCG Authorization; e. Party is confident that they shall be able to fulfil the Foreign Exchange requirements at Hyatt Regency, Delhi within EO Period. The Committee, therefore, decided to allow change of place of Installation of Capital Goods from their Group Company Hotel M/s Magus Estates & Hotels Limited, Mumbai to their Hotel located at Hyatt Regency, Delhi. The Committee also allowed endorsement of their Delhi address (Bhikaji Cama Place, M. G. Marg,

Estates & Hotels Limited, Mumbai to their Hotel located at Hyatt Regency, Delhi. The Committee also allowed endorsement of their Delhi address (Bhikaji Cama Place, M. G. Marg,

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject New Delhi) in addition to M/s Magus Estates & Hotels Limited, Mumbai in EPCG Authorization., 21. Dr. Kavita Gupta, Additional DGFT, Mumbai 01/36/218/159/AM 14/EPCGI Not Applicable Issue regarding delay in installation of capital goods under the EPCG Scheme (Acceptance of Condonation of delay in installation of Capital Goods granted by customs Authorities in cases of grant of Installation Certificates by them beyond 6 months from date of completion of imports) The Committee decided that the issue may be examined on file. 22. M/s Jayalakshmi Textiles (P) Limited 01/36/218/173/AM 14/EPCGI 5 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM2007 Condonation of blockwise (first block) Export Obligation in respect of 5 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM2007 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

Item No. of pieces Code(as given by the party) Yamaha Jet Ski 700VX(Water Scooter ) 1 95062900 Trolley (Non mechanised motorless trailer for transporting water scooter.) 1 87161000 2013 Duchmen Denali 324 LBS (Non mechanized motor less trailer) 1 87161000 2013 18x18 Air ranger Guide Boat with standard spares 1 89011030 S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 23. M/s Akkaya Consultancy Services (Reference also received from RA, Bangalore) 01/36/218/167/AM 14/EPCGI Not Applicable Issuance of EPCG Authozation for import of items meant fro amusement park, back water entertainment etc. The issue had been discussed in the Committee. It was observed that the party has sought for 72 items and most of which did not appears to the covered in the definition of Capital Goods. However, the party has, subsequently, submitted a list of 4 items only which were Capital Goods for providing services (Recreational Service). The Committee, therefore, cleared only the following 4 items for consideration by RA:

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 24. M/s Global Health Private Limited 01/36/218/35/AM 14/EPCGI 0530158688 dated 29.06.2012 Permission to sell the damaged capital goods as scrap exemption from provision of

Para 5.4 of FTP

(RE: 2012) and exemption from provision of Para 5.3.1(c) of HBP v1 (RE: 2012) firm is a ‘Service Provider’ and out of the 5 capital goods imported against the subject Authorization one was found totally damaged on opening the container. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend 2.5 of FTP to exempt the firm from Actual User Condition (Para 5.4 of FTP) and from submission of Installation Certificate (Para 5.3.1 of HBP v1) subject to the condition that (a) the firm will fulfill 100% Export Authorization imposed on the subject EPCG Authorization and no proportionate reduction in EO will be allowed (b) the firm will not ask for any waiver of Export Obligation and (c) the firm will not ask for any replacement to the damaged Capital Goods. 25. M/s D.P. Cocoa Products (P) Limited 01/36/218/174/AM 14/EPCGI 2230000444 dated 26.10.2006 2230000514 dated 13.12.2006 2230000575 dated 14.02.2007 2230000576 dated 14.02.2007 Condonation of blockwise EO fulfillment in respect of 4 EPCG Authorizations (No.2230000444 dated 26.10.2006, No.2230000514 dated 13.12.2006, No.2230000575 dated 14.02.2007 and 2230000576 dated 14.02.2007 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 26. M/s Bharat Aluminium Company Limited, Korba 01/36/218/129/AM 14/EPCGI 0530136177 dated 07.05.2004 Extension in EOP and Condonation of shortfall in blockwise EO in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 0530136177 dated 07.05.2004 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of each block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP The Committee further decided to recommend to DG for FTP to allow extension in EOP for 2 years on payment of composition fee equal to 2% of proportionate duty saved amount on unfulfilled EO or an enhancement in EO imposed to the extent of 10% of total EO at the choice of exporter, for each year of extension sought in terms of provisions contained in Para 5.11 of HBP Vol. I.

enhancement in EO imposed to the extent of 10% of total EO at the choice of exporter, for each year of extension sought in terms of provisions contained in Para 5.11 of HBP Vol. I.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 27. M/s Dulari Exports Private Limited, Gurgaon 01/36/218/169/AM 14/EPCGI 10 EPCG Authorizatons issued during AM04 Extension in EOP, Condonation of shortfall in block wise EO and Condonation from year wise maintenance of Average EO as they have completed the entire AEO during the 10 years of EOP/extended EOP in respect of 10 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM04 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of each block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP The Committee further decided to recommend to DG for FTP to allow extension in EOP for 2 years on payment of composition fee equal to 2% of proportionate duty saved amount on unfulfilled EO or an enhancement in EO imposed to the extent of 10% of total EO at the choice of exporter, for each year of extension sought in terms of provisions contained in Para 5.11 of HBP Vol.1 for regularization of their case. The Committee also recommend 2.5 of FTP for Condonation from requirement of maintenance of average EO yearwise as the firm have fulfilled the Average EO + specific EO in toto.

Committee also recommend 2.5 of FTP for Condonation from requirement of maintenance of average EO yearwise as the firm have fulfilled the Average EO + specific EO in toto.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 28. M/s Bharat Textiles and Proofings Industries Limited 01/37/218/245/AM 13/EPCGI P/CG/2133815 dated 11.01.1995 Grant of one year extension from 31.03.2003 for regularization of Exports in respect of EPCG Authorization No. P/CG/2133815 dated 11.01.1995 The Committee examined the issue and the Court’s order. It was, thereafter, decided to recommend to DG for grant of extension of one year in EOP i.e. upto 31.03.2003 for the purpose of regularization. 29. M/s Reliance Infrastructure Limited, Mumbai 18/184/AM 13/EPCGII 0330029636 dated 01.06.2011 0330029874 dated 30.06.2011 0330030896 dated 21.10.2011 Import of cranes under EPCG scheme The Committee decided to defer the case for want of comments from DOR. 30. M/s Veer Overseas Limited, Karnal 01/37/218/138/AM 14/EPCGll 3330002980 dated 19.08.2013 Grant of EPCG Authorization for import of “Control Panel and Wired Cabinets. The technical members of the Committee confirmed that the item ‘Control Panel and Wired Cabinet’ is an integral part of the dryer plant and is not used in the production/transmission of electricity. The Committee therefore decided to allow import of this item along with the capital goods under EPCG Scheme. 31. M/s Kalyani Hayes Lemmerz Limited, Pune

tion/transmission of electricity. The Committee therefore decided to allow import of this item along with the capital goods under EPCG Scheme. 31. M/s Kalyani Hayes Lemmerz Limited, Pune 01/36/218/132/AM 14/EPCG1 3130000434 dated 18.07.2003 Nexus approval required against EPCG License No. 3130000434 dated 18.07.2003 The Committed decided to refer the case to the concerned RA to examine the case in terms of Point 9 of Policy Circular No. 12 dated 17.01.2011.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 32. M/s Bharat Aluminium Company Limited, 01/36/218/145/AM 12/EPCG1 0530135942 dated 24.03.2004 Enhancement in EO by 10% in lieu of 2% composition fee in terms of Para 5.11 of HBP v1 The members felt that the provision of Para 5.11 (a) could be logically applied in respect of Para 5.8.3 of HBP v1 also. However, the view of representative of Department of Revenue was that there is no specific provision in Para 5.8.3 of HBP v1, the case need not be considered. The Committee considered those cases which are not under the Policy provisions and hence it was felt that the Committee recommends the case to DG to take a final call in respect of relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP.

ch are not under the Policy provisions and hence it was felt that the Committee recommends the case to DG to take a final call in respect of relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 33. M/s Tiger Steel Engineering (India) Pvt. Ltd. 01/37/218/89/AM 14/EPCGII 0330011535 dated 29.03.2006 Regularization of installation of capital goods at other unit The Committee observed that both the addresses i.e. the address of one unit located at Murbad and endorsed in EPCG Authorization and the address of other unit located at Haridwar where Capital Goods have already been shifted are mentioned in IEC and RCMC and, therefore, decided to allow shifting of Capital Goods, for regularization purpose from their Murbad Unit to their plant located at Plot No. 4, Sector No. 12, Integrated Industrial Estate, BHEL, Haridwar, Uttaranchal – 249403. The Committee also observed that the firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise and decided to recommend 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods. 34. M/s Varuna Spinning Mills (P) Limited 01/37/218/140/AM 14/EPCGII 0430003214 dated 06.12.2005 Condonation of blockwise EO for the 1st block The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the

or condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 35. M/s P.M.P Textiles Spinning Mills Limited 01/37/218/52/AM 14/EPCGII 0430003792 dated 08.06.2006 Condonation from maintenance of yearwise average EO and block wise E.O. The Committee noted that the firm has not maintained average EO during the first block and, therefore, there is 100% shortfall in specific EO during the first block. The Committee, therefore, referred the case to RA for examining the EO fulfillment properly as per the Policy and 2% composition fee may be imposed for entire EO because specific EO can be fulfilled only after fulfillment of average EO. 36. M/s Samrat Plywood Limited 01/37/218/142/AM 14/EPCGII 2230000373 dated 17.08.2006 Condonation of blockwise EO for the 1st block The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

wise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 37. M/s Weir Minerals (India) Private Limited 01/37/218/146/AM 14/EPCGII 0730011279 dated 17.05.2012 Shifting of capital goods from one unit to other unit. firm had installed the Capital Goods at their unit located at Weir Minerals India Private Limited, Shed No. 2, Survey No. 130, Hoskur Road, Dasanapura Village, Bangalore North Taluk, Bangalore North, Karnataka – 562123 and had obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise. Now, the firm wants prior permission to shift the Capital Goods to their unit located at Weir Minerals India Private Limited, Shed No. 1, No. 61/2 B Virgonagar, Avalahalli, Bangalore. Both the addresses are mentioned in IEC and RCMC. The Committee, therefore, allowed shifting the Capital Goods from their Dasanapura unit to Avalahalli Unit. 38. M/s Pearl Mineral and Mines Private Limited 18/06/AM 14/EPCGII N.A. Issuance of EPCG Authorization for import of ‘Caterpillar 770 offhighway Truck’ and caterpillar 770 G Rear Dumper The Committee observed that The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has already clarified that the import items viz. Caterpillar 770 Offhighway Trucks are not intended for plying on the road. Technical members also supported

ion of India (ARAI) has already clarified that the import items viz. Caterpillar 770 Offhighway Trucks are not intended for plying on the road. Technical members also supported the view of ARAI. The Committee, therefore, decided to allow import of Caterpillar 770 Offhighway Trucks under EPCG Scheme subject to the condition that it will be used in the mining area only.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 39. M/s Raga Engineers 01/37/218/116/AM 14/EPCGII 0530137426 dated 22.11.2004 Condonation of blockwise EO and extension in EOP The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP The Committee further decided to recommend to DG for FTP to allow extension in EOP for 2 years on payment of composition fee equal to 2% of proportionate duty saved amount on unfulfilled EO or an enhancement in EO imposed to the extent of 10% of total EO at the choice of exporter, for each year of extension sought in terms of provisions contained in Para 5.11 of HBP Vol. I.

in EO imposed to the extent of 10% of total EO at the choice of exporter, for each year of extension sought in terms of provisions contained in Para 5.11 of HBP Vol. I.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 40. M/s Viown Mettube Private Limited 01/37/218/143/AM 14/EPCGII 0530139514 dated 09.09.2005 and 0530138947 dated 24.06.2005 Condonation of blockwise EO and extension in EO period. The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP The Committee further decided to recommend to DG for FTP to allow extension in EOP for 2 years on payment of composition fee equal to 2% of proportionate duty saved amount on unfulfilled EO or an enhancement in EO imposed to the extent of 10% of total EO at the choice of exporter, for each year of extension sought in terms of provisions contained in Para 5.11 of HBP Vol. I. 41. M/s Claris Lifesciences Limited 01/36/218/153/AM 14/EPCGI 15 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM08 to AM 14 Transfer of EPCG Authorizations on account of transfer of business to M/s Claris Otsuka Limited The Committee observed that a. M/s Claris Lifesciences Limited wants to transfer the EPCG Authorizations issued to them to M/s Claris Otsuka Limited, which is a JV Company, on account of

mittee observed that a. M/s Claris Lifesciences Limited wants to transfer the EPCG Authorizations issued to them to M/s Claris Otsuka Limited, which is a JV Company, on account of transfer of infusion business by the former to the latter; b. A licence transfer agreement dated 22.07.2013 has been executed between the Company and the JV Company;

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject c. The Capital Goods would be installed/remain installed at the manufacturing facility namely Clarion2 and Clarion4; d. M/s Claris Otsuka Limited have undertaken that they will fulfill the EO against EPCG Authorizations and will not remove, sale, transfer or otherwise dispose of the CGs until EO is completed; a. They [M/s Claris Otsuka] are also ready to abide by terms and conditions stipulated in the EPCG Scheme and such other conditions as may be imposed by the licensing authority; b. RA, Ahmedabad has stated that it has no objection, if the obligation is transferred to M/s Claris Otsuka Limited on account of transfer of business. The Committee, therefore, decided to allow transfer of EPCG Authorization issued to M/s Claris Lifesciences Limited to M/s Claris Otsuka Limited subject to submission of fresh BG/LUT.

The Committee, therefore, decided to allow transfer of EPCG Authorization issued to M/s Claris Lifesciences Limited to M/s Claris Otsuka Limited subject to submission of fresh BG/LUT.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 42. M/s Baxter (India) Private Limited 01/36/218/192/AM 14/EPCGI 10 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM09 to AM 11 Condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods imported against 10 EPCG Authorizations obtained during AM09 to AM11 as the date of installation in beyond 6 months from the date of completion of imports firm had already obtained Installation Certificate from Central Excise and decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in Installation of Capital Goods. 43. M/s Kanodia Global Private Limited (Formerly Kanodia Hosiary Mills Pvt. Ltd.) 01/36/218/25/AM 14/EPCGI 0530143462 dated 13.04.2007 Condonation in terms of Para 2.5 of FTP for installation of capital goods imported against EPCG Authorization No. 0530143462 dated 13.04.2007 at their premises at Panipat which is a place other than mentioned in their application /EPCG Authorization The Committee observed that: a. The firm were clear while applying the licence that they would not be able to install the Capital Goods at their New Delhi premises on account of shortage of space but they did not delay the import as they were confident that by the time the licence was issued and

ll the Capital Goods at their New Delhi premises on account of shortage of space but they did not delay the import as they were confident that by the time the licence was issued and Capital Goods arrived they would be able to finalize the premises at Panipat; b. Vide their letter dated 18.06.2007, they applied to CLA for addition of their Panipat premises in their IEC; c. The Panipat premises was added in their IEC on 06.07.2007; d. Out of 7 Capital Goods imported, only one Capital

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject Goods was installed on 30.06.2007 at Panipat after hiring the Panipat premises on 22.05.2007 and before inclusion of Panipat premises in the IEC; e. All the remaining 6 CGs were installed at Panipat premises after inclusion of Panipat premises on 06.07.2007; f. They are Export House and against this EPCG Authorization they have completed the EO in less than 4 years. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP for condonation for installation of Capital Goods at a place other than mentioned in EPCG Authorization i.e. at Panipat subject to the condition that the firm will submit Installation Certificate from Central Excise to the concerned RA.

a place other than mentioned in EPCG Authorization i.e. at Panipat subject to the condition that the firm will submit Installation Certificate from Central Excise to the concerned RA.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 44. M/s Kuteer Equipment Private Limited 01/36/218/195/AM 14/EPCGI 2230000297 dated 29.03.2006 Condonation of blockwise EO and Extension in EOP in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 2230000297 dated 29.03.2006 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP In respect of the firm’s request regarding extension in EOP, the Committee advised that the firm may approach the concerned RA as it was within their power. 45. M/s Emke Foot Care Products 01/36/218/196/AM 14/EPCGI 1030001042 dated 08.12.2006 Condonation of shortfall in first block EO and to merge the EO against first block with the second block in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 1030001042 dated 08.12.2006 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

wise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of first block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 46. M/s Greaves Cotton Limited 01/36/218/194/AM 14/EPCGI 0430001893 dated 26.08.2004 Condonation of nonfulfilment of EO during the 3rd block period in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 0430001893 dated 26.08.2004 The Committee decided to recommend to DG for condition of fulfillment of blockwise EO subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount in proportion to the shortfall at the end of each block in terms of the provisions of Para 5.8.3 of HBP 47. M/s Hindalco Industries Limited 01/36/218/107/AM 14/EPCGI 3430002389 dated 07.06.2013 Certification of nexus in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 3430002389 dated 07.06.2013 issued to M/s Hindalco Industries Ltd. The case was placed before the EPCG Committee in its last meeting held on 30.08.2013 wherein it was deferred with the direction to call the representative of the firm for PH before the Committee in its next meeting. In the meanwhile, the firm informed that they would not be able to attend the meeting scheduled on 23.10.2013 due to unavoidable circumstances. The Committee, therefore, decided to defer the case to advise the firm to appear for PH before the Committee in its next meeting.

ed on 23.10.2013 due to unavoidable circumstances. The Committee, therefore, decided to defer the case to advise the firm to appear for PH before the Committee in its next meeting.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 48. M/s Fresenius Kabi Oncology Limited 01/36/218/266/AM 13/EPCGI 13 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM02 to AM 08 (a) Relaxation in Para 5.3.1 of HBP v1 abut submission of Installation Certificate in respect of EPCG Authorization No. 0530132541 dated 05.02.2002 (b) Relaxation in Para 5.4 of FTP in respect of their 13 EPCG Authorizations a. The Committee deliberated upon the case and decided to recommend 2.5 of FTP for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificate from Central Excise subject to the condition that the firm will submit the same to the concerned RA within 6 months. b. The Committee observed that Fresenius Kabi Oncology Limited was formerly known as Dabur Pharma Limited. The Dabur Pharma Limited has been taken over by Frsenius Kabi Group of Germany in 2009. Accordingly, the name of the company was changed from Dabur Pharma Limted to Fresinius Kabi Oncology Limited. The name change has also been approved by ROC on 09.01.2009. The name was got changed in IEC, RCMC accordingly. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP for relaxation in Para 5.4 of FTP (Actual User Condition) in respect of their 13 EPCG

y. The Committee, therefore, decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.5 of FTP for relaxation in Para 5.4 of FTP (Actual User Condition) in respect of their 13 EPCG Authorizations.

S. No. Firm’s Name and Numbers EPCG Authorisation No. Subject 49. M/s Jindal Saw Limited 01/36/218/199/AM 14/EPCGI 0530150780 dated 30.12.2009 and 0530159016 dated 09.08.2012 Permission for shifting of capital goods imported under EPCG Authorization from Darrang, Assam Unit to Mundra, Kutch, Gujarat Unit The Committee noted that the Authorization Holder was having difficulty in setting up of Capital Goods and manufacturing of export items. Since, the new address (Unit located at Kutch, Gujarat) on the IEC and RCMC it decided to allow shifting of Capital Goods from IID Centre, Dalgaon, Dist. Darrang, Assam 784116 to Integrated pipe unit, Samaghogha Village, MundraTaluka 370415, Dist Kutch, Gujarat subject to the condition that the firm will submit fresh Installation Certificate within 6 months of shifting. 50. M/s Fiat India Automobiles Private Limited 01/36/218/189/AM 14/EPCG1 21 EPCG Authorizations issued during AM08 to AM 09 To consider EOP as 12 years [given that the duty saved amount is more than INR 100 Crores] for clubbed licences The Committee decided to defer the case for detailed examination during the next meeting.

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