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MINUTES OF 8th MEETING OF AM-22 OF THE EPCG COMMITTEE HELD UNDER THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF SHRI S.B.S. REDDY, ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE AT 3.00 PM ON 10.11.2021 The eighth meeting for AM-22 of the EPCG Committee was held at 3.00 pm on 10.11.2021 under the chairmanship of Shri S.B.S. Reddy, Additional Director General of Foreign Trade through Video Conferencing mode on Google Meet meeting app due to Covid-19 restrictions. Following officers attended the meeting :- i. Shri Chandan Kumar, OSD, Department of Revenue ii. Shri Randheep Thakur, Joint Director General of Foreign Trade, DGFT iii. Shri Anand Singh Chouhan, Deputy Director General of Foreign Trade, DGFT 2. Minutes of the last Meeting were confirmed. Thereafter, the Committee deliberated upon all the cases and following decisions were taken :- Sl. No. Firm’s Name and file Numbers EPCG Authorisation no. Brief history and decision of the Committee

Narmathaa Textiles Limited., Chennai

01/36/218/65/AM-20/EPCG i. 01500374 dated 23.04.1996

ii. 0430000008 dated 15.09.1999 Request for one time extension of export obligation:

The request of the firm is for (i) one time EO extension of two years without imposing composition fee or additional EO (ii) allow re- fixation of EO for the balance EO on the basis of duty saved amount in terms of para 5.19(c) of HBP announced on 1.4.2005 and (iii) deletion of erroneously fixed AEO in terms of para 5.7.4 of HBP in the subject authorizations. Report from RA, Chennai is received and same was discussed.

f HBP announced on 1.4.2005 and (iii) deletion of erroneously fixed AEO in terms of para 5.7.4 of HBP in the subject authorizations. Report from RA, Chennai is received and same was discussed.

After deliberation on the request of the firm, the Committee decided to defer the case to call the applicant for Personal Hearing to explain the case.

Cella Space Limited (formerly known as SreeSakthi Paper Mills Limited), Cochin

01/36/218/33/AM-21/EPCG 1030001844 dated 19.11.2010 Review for review of decision taken in the EPCG Committee meeting dated 11.09.2020:

Earlier, the firm requested for

waiver of mandatory requirement of maintaining annual average export obligation (AEO) in respect of their EPCG Authorization. It has stated that it could not fulfil annual AEO due to frequent power cuts, load shedding, industrial disputes and pollution problem. The request was considered by the EPCG Committee in its meeting held on 11.09.2020, which after deliberating upon the grounds for relaxation, did not find merit in the request and the case was rejected. Now, the firm has requested review of decision taken in the EPCG Committee Meeting dated 11.09.2020.

 The Committee deliberated the

case at length and observed that there is no merit in the request for waiver of average AEO on the grounds cited by the firm. Hence, the Committee decided to maintain rejection.

Continental Electrical industries Pvt.

there is no merit in the request for waiver of average AEO on the grounds cited by the firm. Hence, the Committee decided to maintain rejection.

Continental Electrical industries Pvt. Ltd, Lucknow

01/36/218/132/AM-17/EPCG-I 0630001231 dated 19.02.2008 Request for review of decision taken in the EPCG Committee Meeting dated 23.11.2016:

Earlier, the firm has requested to regularize EPCG by allowing the export obligation fulfilled by them upto 29.03.2019 on the ground that exports are within the period upto which EO Extension is allowed in

terms of the para 5.11 of HBP, 2009-14 by paying applicable fees under the relevant Para and also allow shortfall in block-wise export in terms of Para 5.8 of HBP 2009- 14 after payment of applicable fee in terms of the relevant Para.

Now, the firm vide their application dated 23.08.2021 has made following requests: i. Extension in Export Obligation period by (2+2) years, from the date of expiry of Export Obligation period, in terms of Para 5.11 of HBP 2008-09. ii. Extension of Block wise Export Obligation after payment of applicable fee as per HBP. iii. Acceptance of third Party Exports in which Shipping Bill has their GST number instead of EPCG License number. After deliberation on the request of the firm, the Committee decided to defer the case to call the applicant for Personal Hearing to explain the case. 4. Chandra Polyplast Pvt.

e number. After deliberation on the request of the firm, the Committee decided to defer the case to call the applicant for Personal Hearing to explain the case. 4. Chandra Polyplast Pvt. Ltd., Aurangabad

01/36/218/32/AM-21/EPCG P-CG-0110918 dt.11.08.1999 Request for year-wise and overall extension of EO against EPCG License No. P-CG-0110918 dt. 11.08.1999 under 10% EPCG Scheme:

After deliberation on the request of the firm, the Committee was of the opinion that the request is not clear.

Therefore, the Committee decided to defer the case to call the applicant for Personal Hearing to explain the case.

Jaquar & Company Pvt. Ltd., Gurugram

HQRPRCAPPLY00161738AM22 0530162662 dated 29.04.2014
Request for extension of 1st Block and EOP :

The firm has stated that they could not fulfill 50% EO in the 1 st Block within the stipulated time i.e. 4 years. CLA, New Delhi issued Deficiency letter dated 19.04.2021 and informed the firm as under :

“You have failed to fulfil the specific EO in 1st Block. You are advised to deposit CD + Interest on un-fulfilled EO in 1st Block to regularize the case OR to approach EPCG Committee, DGFT, New Delhi for condonation of Block Wise Extension and EOP.”

After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the applicant may approach RA for extension in EOP in accordance with Notification No. 28 dated 23.09.2021.

Wise Extension and EOP.”

After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the applicant may approach RA for extension in EOP in accordance with Notification No. 28 dated 23.09.2021.

The Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para 2.58 of FTP 2015- 20 to allow extension in the 1st block of Export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion

of EO pertaining to first block and payment of Rs. 10,000/-.

This has the approval of DG, DGFT.

Dream Bake Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQRPRCAPPLY00138747AM22 0230004860 dated
22.01.2010
Request for extension of EOP for two years:

Earlier, the firm vide application dated 04.02.2020 requested for extension of EOP for two years in respect of EPCG authorization no. 0230004860 dated 22.01.2010. The matter was examined by the EPCG Committee in its meeting held on 11.09.2020. The decision of the Committee is as under:

“The party has requested for a second extension of EOP for two years against two licences issued under the 3% duty EPCG Scheme.

The Committee deliberated upon the case and decided to remand the case to RA to examine the request on merit in terms of provisions of the Public Notice No. 1/2015-20 dated 07.04.2020.”

The firm has stated that they have been granted an extension in EOP for two years by RA which expired on 21.01.2020 but they could not fulfil the required EO within this period. Now, they need to get the EOP extended beyond

have been granted an extension in EOP for two years by RA which expired on 21.01.2020 but they could not fulfil the required EO within this period. Now, they need to get the EOP extended beyond

two years for the fulfilment of EO.

the submissions of the applicant and decided to reject the case as there is no provision in the policy to grant extension of EOP on this ground.

Dream Bake Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00128559AM22 0230004689 dated
27.11.2009 Request for extension of EOP for two years:

Earlier, the firm vide application dated 04.02.2020 requested for extension of EOP for two years in respect of EPCG authorisation no.0230004689 dated 27.11.2009.
The matter was examined by EPCG Committee in its meeting held on 11.09.2020. The decision of the Committee is as under: “The party has requested for a second extension of EOP for two years against two licences issued under the 3% duty EPCG Scheme. the case and decided to remand the case to RA to examine the request on merit in terms of provisions of the Public Notice No. 1/2015-20 dated 07.04.2020.” 2. The firm has stated that they have been granted an extension in EOP for two years from RA which expired on 25.11.2019 but within this period they could not fulfil the required EO. Now, they need to get the EOP extended beyond two years for the fulfilment of EO.

or two years from RA which expired on 25.11.2019 but within this period they could not fulfil the required EO. Now, they need to get the EOP extended beyond two years for the fulfilment of EO.

the submissions of the applicant and decided to reject the case as there is no provision in the policy to grant extension of EOP on these ground. 8. Bhandari Hosiery Exports Ltd., Ludhiana

HQRPRCAPPLY00144839AM22 3030016316 dated
25.01.2017
Request for extension of 1st Block EO:

not fulfill 50% EO in the 1 st Block years due to COVID-19 Pandemic. The firm has requested for extension of 1 st block in order to fulfill the EO against the above license.

After due deliberation, the Committee decided to recommend to DG for relaxation 20 to allow condonation of delay for approaching the RA for extension in the first block of Export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block.

DGFT.

Samriddhi Rice Mill Pvt. Ltd. Ranchi

HQREPCGPRAPP00124926AM22 2130000132 dated
17.11.2011
Request for extension of 1st Block EO -reg.

The applicant has obtained EPCG Authorization No. 2130000132 dated 17.11.2011
worth US$ 97,499.33 i.e. 8 times the duty

dated
17.11.2011
Request for extension of 1st Block EO -reg.

The applicant has obtained EPCG Authorization No. 2130000132 dated 17.11.2011
worth US$ 97,499.33 i.e. 8 times the duty

saved of Capital Goods on a FOB basis within a period of 8 years from date of issue of authorization. The annual average of the past export performance is Rs. 0.00 as per the condition sheet. The firm has stated that they could not fulfill 50 % EO in the 1st Block within the stipulated time i.e. 6 years due to the unfavorable reasons.
The Committee decided to defer the case for calling a detailed report from RA including details of export made by firm in each block.

Akshita Enterprises, Nagpur

HQRPRCAPPLY00150716AM22 5030000598 dated
10.07.2015 Request for extension 1st Block and EOP for two years: not complete 100% EO within the stipulated time i.e. 6 years due to slow down in the international market & some financial problems.
The firm has requested for extension of EOP for two years in order to fulfill their EO against the above authorization. After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021. The Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para 2.58 of FTP 2015- 20 to allow extension in the 1st block Export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment of Rs. 10,000/-.

obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment of Rs. 10,000/-.

DGFT. 11. DMS Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Mysore

HQRPRCAPPLY00163809AM22 0730008281 dated
06.10.2009 Request for condonation for late submission of Installation certificate:

The applicant has stated that they have obtained EPCG Authorization from RA, Bangalore and they have completed 100% EO. Later, the firm applied for EODC against above license. However, the firm has informed that they could not submit installation certificate due to their unawareness of the condition mentioned against Para 5.04 of HBP, 2015-20. As per the Central Excise Certificate, the date of BoE is 06.11.2009 and Capital Goods have been installed on 30.11.2009.

In view of above, the firm has requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Central Excise dated 30.08.2017 in respect of above EPCG Authorizations. After due deliberation, Committee decided to defer the case to call for a report from RA before taking a decision in the matter.

Hemla Embroidery Mills Pvt Ltd, Faridabad

HQREPCGPRAPP00141589AM22 i. 0530166541 dated 15.12.2015 ii. 0530166523 dated 14.12.2015 iii. 0530166524 dated Request for extension of EO of 1st Block EO:

not complete 50% EO in the 1st Block within stipulated time i.e. 4 years due to COVID-19.

0530166523 dated 14.12.2015 iii. 0530166524 dated Request for extension of EO of 1st Block EO:

not complete 50% EO in the 1st Block within stipulated time i.e. 4 years due to COVID-19. They have export orders in hand now for

14.12.2015 the completion of EO within the original validity of EPCG Authorizations. The firm has also informed that they were unable to apply for Block-wise Extension in the online module. CLA, New Delhi advised them to approach DGFT for condonation of delay in filing for Extension of first block in the prescribed period (as per para 5.14(c) of HBP). After due deliberation, the Committee decided to recommend to DG for relaxation under Para 2.58 of FTP 2015-20 to allow condonation of delay for approaching the RA for extension in the first block export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block along with Rs. 10,000 per Authorization.

DGFT. 13. Shilpi Fashion, Ludhiana

HQREPCGPRAPP00159190AM22 3030014849 dated 03.11.2015
Request for extension of 1st Block EO :

The firm has stated they could not fulfill 50% EO in the 1st block due to non-receipt of new export orders from buyers. The firm has further stated that now they have fulfilled the export obligation as per provision of Para 5.10 of HBP, 2015-2020 through a third party.

pt of new export orders from buyers. The firm has further stated that now they have fulfilled the export obligation as per provision of Para 5.10 of HBP, 2015-2020 through a third party. The firm has requested for extension of 1st Block EO upto 02.11.2021 in order to fulfill their EO against the above license.

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for in the first block Export obligation to first block along with Rs. 10,000/-.
DGFT. 14. Bharti Hygiene Care Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur

HQRPRCAPPLY00150318AM22 5030000595 dated 02.07.2015 Request for extension 1st Block EO and EOP for two years:

not complete 100% EO within the stipulated time i.e. 6 years due to slow down in the international market & some financial problems.
The firm has requested for extension of EOP for two years in order to fulfill their EO against the above license. After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021. The Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para 2.58 of FTP 2015- 20 to allow extension in the 1st block Export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment Rs. 10,000/-.

ort obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment Rs. 10,000/-.

DGFT. 15. Garware Technical Fibres, Pune

HQREPCGPRAPP00153225AM22 3130008448 dated
28.01.2015 Request to allow payment of composition fees for extension of 1st Block after expiry of the prescribed time limit period :

The firm has stated that they have obtained the EPCG Authorization for export of “Made up Fishing Net’. They have completed 100% EO against the EO prescribed during 2nd Block period. However, they could not succeed to get the expected orders from overseas Customers to achieve 50% EO in the 1st Block period due to the critical global situation. Finally, they have fulfilled 100% EO in 2nd Block period and applied for redemption to RA, Pune. However, RA, Pune issued D/L informing that the firm has not fulfilled EO in 1st Block of EOP. RA, Pune has directed them to approach EPCG Committee to get approval for payment of composition fees 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to an unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to the block (ref para 5.14 of HBP 2015-20) for extension of 1st block period. After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for to first block along with Rs. 10,000

of EO pertaining to the block (ref para 5.14 of HBP 2015-20) for extension of 1st block period. After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for to first block along with Rs. 10,000

per Authorization. DGFT. 16. Balkrishna Industries Ltd, Mumbai

HQREPCGPRAPP00158886AM22 0330051597 dated 04.10.2019 Request for condonation of delay in the installation of the Capital goods beyond the stipulated period:

The applicant has stated that they are one of the leading manufacturers and exporters of Off- Highway tires in India exporting more than 85% of its products to more than 120 countries. As per said authorization, they have procured the Capital Goods namely “Small Chemical Weighing System with Auto Bag Management for Master Batch” vide Bills of Entry dated 07.02.2020.

The firm could not install the CGs within six months from the date of BoE 07.02.2020. The said Capital Goods were to be installed latest by 06.08.2020. But due to Covid Pandemic gripped the country and travels were banned visit of the engineer to the site got delayed they could not install the CGs within the prescribed time period. They had requested RA Mumbai for an extension of 12 months i.e. upto 06.08.2021. However, their request is still pending with RA, Mumbai. Meanwhile, the first extension period of 12 months has expired on 6.8.2021. As regards, granting 2nd extension in the installation of CGs, it is not in the jurisdiction of RA. Hence, the firm has requested the EPCG Committee to grant an extension in the installation of CGs

egards, granting 2nd extension in the installation of CGs, it is not in the jurisdiction of RA. Hence, the firm has requested the EPCG Committee to grant an extension in the installation of CGs

for a period up to 6.8.2022. However, Committee decided to call for a report from RA before taking a decision in the matter. The Committee decided to defer the case. 17. Richa Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00149837AM22 5230016729 dated 11.05.2015
Request for extension of
1st Block EO :

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for 10,000/-. DGFT. 18. Richa Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00149860AM22 5230014023 dated
08.05.2014
Request for extension of 1st Block EO:

not fulfill 50% EO in the 1st Block

r 10,000/-. DGFT. 18. Richa Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00149860AM22 5230014023 dated
08.05.2014
Request for extension of 1st Block EO:

not fulfill 50% EO in the 1st Block

years due to poor financial conditions. They have completed the exports during the 2nd block. The firm has requested for extension of 1st block with a composition fee as per Exim Policy. After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for 10,000/-. DGFT. 19. Shiv Health Foods LLP, Kota, Rajasthan

HQRPRCAPPLY00032511AM22 5630001119
dated
25.01.2017 EO without payment of the composition fee of 2% :

The firm has submitted that due to non-fulfillment of EO against 8 EPCG Authorization, they will have to pay a composition fee of approx Rs. 9.09 lakhs i.e. 2% on duty saved amount, which is very huge for them. In view of the above, the firm has requested for extension of 1st Block EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non-fulfillment of 1st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the

st Block EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non-fulfillment of 1st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the

condonation of delay for in the first block subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty 10,000/-.
DGFT. 20. Richa Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00149851AM22 5230014103 dated 20.05.2014
Request for extension of 1st Block EO:

not fulfill 50% EO in the 1st Block years due to poor financial conditions. They have completed the exports during the 2nd block. The firm has requested for extension of 1st block with a composition fee as per Exim Policy. After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for 10,000/-. DGFT. 21. Shiv Health Foods LLP, Kota, Rajasthan

5630001158 dated 11.04.2017
EO without payment of the composition fee of 2%:

HQRPRCAPPLY00032568AM22 not complete 50% EO in 1st Block years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The firm has requested for relaxation of Para 5.14(c) of HBP 2015-20 for the payment of composition fee of 2% against above mentioned EPCG authorization for extension of the 1st block. EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non-fulfillment of 1st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the condonation of delay for 10,000/-.
DGFT. 22.

f 2% for non-fulfillment of 1st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the condonation of delay for 10,000/-.
DGFT. 22. Shiv Health Foods LLP, Kota, Rajasthan

HQRPRCAPPLY00032633AM22 5630001171 dated
01.05.2017
EO without payment of the composition fee of 2% : not complete 50% EO in 1st Block years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The firm has requested for relaxation of Para 5.14(c) of HBP 2015-20 for the payment of composition fee of 2% against above mentioned EPCG

authorization for extension of the 1st block. EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non- fulfillment of 1st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the condonation of delay for to first block.

DGFT. 23. Shiv Health Foods LLP, Kota, Rajasthan

HQRPRCAPPLY00032600AM22 5630001159 dated 11.04.2017
EO without payment of the composition fee of 2% :

015-20 for the payment of composition fee of 2% against above mentioned EPCG authorization for extension of the 1st block. EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non-fulfillment of

1st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the condonation of delay for 10,000/-.

DGFT. 24. Shiv Health Foods LLP, Kota, Rajasthan

HQRPRCAPPLY00032656AM22 5630001173 dated
02.05.2017
EO without payment of the composition fee of 2% :

not complete 50% EO in 1st Block years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The firm has requested for relaxation of Para 5.14(c) of HBP 2015-20 for the payment of composition fee of 2% against above mentioned EPCG authorization for extension of the 1st block. 2. In view of the above, the firm has requested for extension of 1 st Block EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non- fulfillment of 1 st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the

ck EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non- fulfillment of 1 st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the

condonation of delay for 10,000/-.

DGFT. 25. Shiv Health Foods LLP, Kota, Rajasthan

HQRPRCAPPLY00032576AM22 5630001118 dated
25.01.2017
Request for extension of 1 st Block EO without payment of the composition fee of 2% :

EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non-fulfillment of 1st block EO.

After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the

condonation of delay for 10,000/-.

DGFT. 26. Shiv Health Foods LLP, Kota, Rajasthan

HQRPRCAPPLY00032545AM22 5630001124 dated 01.02.2017
Request for extension of 1 st Block EO without payment of the composition fee of 2% :

payment of composition fee of 2% against above mentioned EPCG authorization for extension of the 1st block. EO and a waiver of the composition fee of 2% for non-fulfillment of 1st block EO. After due deliberation and since there is no provision for waiver of payment of composition fee, the condonation of delay for

10,000/-.
DGFT. 27. Sree Bhargavi Agro Tech, Andhra Pradesh

HQREPCGPRAPP00140746AM22 2530000338 dated 08.01.2015
Request for extension of EOP :

As per the ANF-2D form, the firm has stated that they could not apply for an extension of Block-wise and EOP within the stipulated time period i.e. 90 days due to being unaware of the Policy Provisions. However, Committee decided to call for a report from RA with details of EO fulfillment before taking a decision in the matter. The Committee decided to defer the case. 28. Sahaja Granites Pvt. Ltd, Karnataka

HQREPCGPRAPP00141457AM22 0730012907 dated 25.11.2013
Request for extension of
1st Block EO :

not apply for a Block-wise extension within the stipulated time period due to unaware of the Policy Provisions. However, Committee decided to call for a report from RA with details of EO fulfillment before taking a decision in the matter. The Committee decided to defer the case. 29. Asian Thai Foods India (P) Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167860AM22 0230011789 dated 22.09.2016
EO:

not fulfill 50% EO in the 1st Block

Committee decided to defer the case. 29. Asian Thai Foods India (P) Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167860AM22 0230011789 dated 22.09.2016
EO:

not fulfill 50% EO in the 1st Block

years due to the global economic recession and economic slowdown. The firm has requested for extension of 1st block with a composition fee as per Exim Policy.

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for 10,000/-. DGFT. 30. Alpine Spinweave Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad

HQRPRCAPPLY00149251AM22 0830009224 dated
01.02.2017
EO for two years:

not fulfill 50% of EO in the 1st block within the stipulated time period. The firm further stated that the 1st block period expired on 01.02.2021 and up to 1st block expiry, they have exported 79.64% in terms of Rupees and 76.31% in terms of US$. But they were not able to apply for 1st Block extension within three month time period.
The firm has requested for extension of 1st block for two years.

After due deliberation, the

But they were not able to apply for 1st Block extension within three month time period.
The firm has requested for extension of 1st block for two years.

After due deliberation, the

condonation of delay for to first block.
DGFT. 31. Sooraj Fab, Maharashtra

HQRPRCAPPLY00144231AM22 5230012912 dated
13.11.2013
Request for extension of EOP :

not fulfill the EO within the stipulated time period due to some financial reason.

The Committee did not find merit in the request decided to reject the request.

NDM Sea Food Processors and Exporter Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167157AM22 0230014340 dated 18.3.2020 submission of installation certificate:

The firm has mentioned that the CG arrived at Kolkata Port on 31.07.2020 during the lockdown period. As a result, the Indian team could not arrive to install the equipment. Therefore, they could not submit Installation Certificate within the stipulated time. requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021

ithin the stipulated time. requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021

in respect of above EPCG Authorizations. the case and decided to direct the applicant to first approach RA interms of Para 5.04 of HBP for condonation of delay in submission of installation certificate. 33. Sparsha Pharma International Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad

HQRPRCAPPLY00092197AM21 0930004218 dated 22.07.2008
Request for extension of EOP :

fulfill only 35% ( USD 5,68,845) of EO within the extended EOP i.e. 19.07.2021. They could not fulfill 100% EO due to COVID-19 Pandemic. Now, the firm has also informed that they have orders worth close to USD 2,00,000 and INR 1,46,00,000/- in hand that needs to be executed with which they will achieve 44% and 74% of export obligation in terms of USD and INR respectively. requested for extension of EOP for another two years to fulfill the remaining export obligation. After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021. 34. Ankur Udyog Ltd., Gorakhpur, U.P.

HQRPRCAPPLY00167611AM22 1530001009 dated
27.08.2013 Request for extension of EOP for two years :

The firm has informed that they could not fulfill the EO on time mainly due to the adverse effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on

27.08.2013 Request for extension of EOP for two years :

The firm has informed that they could not fulfill the EO on time mainly due to the adverse effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on

business. It is also stated by the firm that earlier due to low demand in the international market as well as cheaper prices offered by other countries along with dumping excess PSY Yarn in India their exports suffered. Therefore, they could not complete EO within the stipulated time. In view of the above, the firm has requested for extension in EOP for a further period of two beyond their first extended period of 2 years already availed.

After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021.

Ankur Udyog Ltd., Gorakhpur, U.P.

HQRPRCAPPLY00167618AM22 1530001008 dated
27.08.2013 Request for extension of EOP for two years:

The firm has informed that they could not fulfill the EO on time mainly due to the adverse effect of Covid-19 pandemic on business. It is also stated by the firm that earlier due to low demand in the international market as well as cheaper price offered by other countries along with dumping excess PSY Yarn in India their exports suffered. Therefore, they could not complete EO within the stipulated time. In view of the above, the firm has requested for extension in EOP for a further period of two beyond their first extended period of 2 years already availed.

lete EO within the stipulated time. In view of the above, the firm has requested for extension in EOP for a further period of two beyond their first extended period of 2 years already availed.

After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021.

Kusum Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00104954AM21 5230001418 dated
06.12.2006 Request for extension of EOP for further 3 years:

Earlier, the firm vide letter dated 01.07.2020 requested for extension of EOP for further 2 years in respect of EPCG Authorization 5230001418 dt.06.12.2006.The applicant has stated that they have already taken 4 years extension from RA, Surat from 06.12.2014 to 05.12.2018 of EPCG license but they could not complete of export within this period because of the Custom Registration procedure and late extension received by them from RA, Surat. The request was examined by the EPCG Committee in its meeting held on 14.10.2020.The decision of the Committee is as under:
“The applicant has stated that they have already taken 4 years extension in EOP from RA, Surat (from 06.12.2014 to 05.12.2018) against the EPCG Authorisation no. 05230001418 dated 06.12.2006 issued under the 3% EPCG duty Scheme. They could not complete the export within this period because of the Custom Registration procedure and late extension received by them from RA, Surat.

006 issued under the 3% EPCG duty Scheme. They could not complete the export within this period because of the Custom Registration procedure and late extension received by them from RA, Surat.

the case and noted that the extended EOP has already expired on 05.12.2018. It was decided to reject the request as there is no merit in the case.” The Committee deliberated the case at length. The Committee observed that there is no provision to extend the EOP beyond the maximum permissible period. Hence, the Committee decided to maintain rejection. 37. Kobelco Construction Equipment India Pvt. Ltd, Noida

HQRPRCAPPLY00124726AM22 0530166333 dated
23.11.2015 submission of Installation certificate:

not submit Installation Certificate within the stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 06.01.2016 due to unforeseen circumstances . Committee observed that, as per

para 5.04 of HBP, Authorization

holder shall produce, within six months from date of completion of import, to the concerned RA, a certificate from the jurisdictional Customs authority or an independent Chartered Engineer, at the option of the authorisation holder, confirming installation of capital goods at factory/premises of authorization holder or his supporting manufacturer(s). The RA may allow one time extension of the said period for producing the certificate by a maximum period of 12 months with a composition fee of Rs.5000/-. Where the authorisation holder opts for independent Chartered Engineer's

certificate, he shall send a copy of the certificate to the jurisdictional Customs Authority for intimation/record.

After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the applicant should submit relevent documentary evidence as to when they have send a copy of the installation certificate to the jurisdictional Customs Authority for intimation and record? The Committee decided to defer the case. 38. Jagdamba Prints Pvt. Ltd., Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00123223AM22 5230015494 dated
12.11.2014 Request for extension of 1st Block and EOP:

neither fulfill 50% of EO in the 1st Block i.e. 4 years nor fulfill 100% EO within the stipulated time i.e. 6 years due to poor financial condition & COVID-19 pandemic.
The firm has further stated that they have orders in hand. The composition fee of Rs. 48,139/- and EO Extension Rs. 73,010/- has also been paid.

or financial condition & COVID-19 pandemic.
The firm has further stated that they have orders in hand. The composition fee of Rs. 48,139/- and EO Extension Rs. 73,010/- has also been paid. The firm has requested for extension of 1st Block and EOP up to 8 years in order to fulfill their EO against the above license.

After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021.

The Committee further decided to

recommend to DG under Para extension in the 1st block Export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment Rs. 10,000/-.

DGFT.

Bhakti Knits, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00099258AM21 5230017777 dated
07.08.2015 Request to condone non- mentioning of EPCG Authorisation No. 5230017777 dt. 07.08.2015 on Shipping Bills:

The firm has stated that they have made direct physical exports through JNPT (Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust). The firm has informed that they could not mention EPCG No. 5230017777 dt.07.08.2015 on the Shipping Bills no. 4846959 dt.14.05.2018, 6588240 dt.29.08.2019, 7662404 dt.17.10.2019 and 3024642 dt.05.06.2020. In their case, Shipping bills were not being attached at the time of filing of application due to non- declaration of EPCG Authorization number by CHA before carting of goods on the said shipping bills.

r case, Shipping bills were not being attached at the time of filing of application due to non- declaration of EPCG Authorization number by CHA before carting of goods on the said shipping bills. Accordingly, the firm has requested to condone the error of non- declaration of EPCG Authorization numbers on Shipping Bills concerned in terms of DGFT Policy Circular No. 7/2002.

the case and decided to defer it with the direction to call a report from RA along with copies of shipping bills.

Hariyali Foods Co. Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167809AM22 0230011198 dated
06.04.2016
Request for extension of 1st Block EO:

not fulfill 50% EO in the 1st Block years due to the global economic recession and economic slowdown. The firm has requested for extension of 1st block with a composition fee as per Exim Policy.

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for to first block.

DGFT. 41. S.P. Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00149993AM22 5230018469 dated
26.10.2015
Request for extension of 1st Block EO:

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for

S.P. Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00149993AM22 5230018469 dated
26.10.2015
Request for extension of 1st Block EO:

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for

to first block along with Rs. 10,000 per Authorization. DGFT. 42. Krishna Impex, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00150003AM22 5230023959 dated
29.03.2017
EO:

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for to first block. DGFT.

Amarkantak Foods Pvt. Ltd., Jabalpur

HQRPRCAPPLY00122359AM22 1130002612 dated
28.06.2013 Request for extension of EOP for two years:

not complete 100% EO within the stipulated time i.e. 6 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The firm has requested for extension of EOP for two years in order to fulfill their EO.

After due deliberation, the

condonation of delay for in the EO period beyond 6 years for two year extension subject to payment of composition fee as per Policy plus Rs.10,000/-

DGFT. 44. NDM Sea Food Processors and Exporter Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167187AM22 0230013961dated 23.10.2019 submission of installation certificate:

The firm has stated that they imported CG on 29.10.2019 from Vietnam. The material imports were a part of the shrimp processing machinery and according to the contract, it was to be installed by a Vietnamese company named Namdung Ltd. But, due to lockdown, the flights were non-operational.

the shrimp processing machinery and according to the contract, it was to be installed by a Vietnamese company named Namdung Ltd. But, due to lockdown, the flights were non-operational. Hence, they took special permission from Indian Embassy in Hanoi and could finally bring them to India and the installation of CG was completed. requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021 in respect of above EPCG Authorizations.

the case and decided to direct the applicant to first approach RA for condonation of delay in submission of installation

certificate interms of para 5.04 of HBP.

N.A. Trading, Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00105719AM22 0230008570 dated
22.01.2013 and EOP for 2 years:

neither fulfill 50% EO in 1st Block nor 100% EO within stipulated time i.e. 8 years due to COVID-19 pandemic. Now, the firm has further stated that they have Export Orders. Therefore, the firm has and EOP for 2 years in order to fulfill their EO. After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for to first block along with Rs. 10,000 per Authorization. In respect of EO extn beyond 8 years, the Committee decided that the applicant may approach RA for 23.09.2021. DGFT. 46. N.A. Trading, Kolkata

0230009728 dated
28.08.2014 and EOP for 2 years :

ct of EO extn beyond 8 years, the Committee decided that the applicant may approach RA for 23.09.2021. DGFT. 46. N.A. Trading, Kolkata

0230009728 dated
28.08.2014 and EOP for 2 years :

HQREPCGPRAPP00105696AM22 neither fulfill 50% EO in 1st Block nor 100% EO within the stipulated time i.e. 6 years due to COVID-19 pandemic. Now, the firm has further stated that they have Export Orders. Therefore, the firm has and EOP in order to fulfill their EO against the above license.

After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021. The Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para extension in the 1st block Export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment Rs. 10,000/-.
DGFT. 47. NDM Sea Food Processors and Exporter Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167127AM22 0230014351dt. 23.03.2020 submission of installation certificate:

ed the same were to be installed by the Danfoss team. But, they could not arrive in India due to lockdown during that period and could finally bring them to India and the installation of CG was

completed.

requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021 in respect of above EPCG Authorizations. the case and decided to direct the applicant to first approach RA for condonation of delay submission of installation certificate in terms of para 5.04 of HBP.

NDM Sea Food Processors and Exporter Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167133AM22 0230014266 dated
17.02.2020 submission of installation certificate:

The firm has stated that the CG arrived at Kolkata Port on 13.06.2020. After the CG was received the same were to be installed by the Danfoss team. But, they could not arrive in India due to lockdown during that period and could finally bring them to India and the installation of CG was completed. requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021 in respect of above EPCG Authorizations. the case and decided to direct the

applicant to first approach RA for condonation of delay submission of installation certificate in terms of

para 5.04 of HBP.

NDM Sea Food Processors and Exporter Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167147AM22 0230014227 dated
29.01.2020 submission of installation certificate:

The firm has stated that the CG was imported from Vietnam and arrived in India on 15.01.2020 at Kolkata Port. After obtaining clearance from port authorities and according to the contract, it was to be installed by a Vietnamese company named Namdung Ltd. But, due to lockdown, the flights were non- operational. Therefore, they could not submit Installation Certificates within the stipulated time. requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021 in respect of above EPCG Authorizations.

DGFT. 50. N.A. Trading, Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00105750AM22 0230011816 dated
27.09.2016 Request for extension of 1st Block and EOP for 2 years:

not fulfill 50% EO in 1st within the stipulated time i.e. 4 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, the firm has further stated that they

extension of 1st Block and EOP for 2 years:

not fulfill 50% EO in 1st within the stipulated time i.e. 4 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, the firm has further stated that they

have Export Orders. Therefore, the firm has requested for extension of 1st Block and EOP in order to fulfill their EO against the above license. It is submitted that the EO period is valid upto 26.09.2022 against EPCG Authorization No. 0230011816 dt. 27.09.2016. Therefore, the request of applicant i.e. the extension of 1st Block should only be considered.

After due deliberation, the condonation of delay for period subject to payment of to first block. This has the approval of DG, DGFT. 51. NDM Sea Food Processors and Exporter Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata

HQREPCGPRAPP00167066AM22 0230014399 dated 12.05.2020 submission of installation certificate:

The firm has stated that due to Covid-19, the CG arrived quite late on 29.09.2021. It took some time to obtain clearance from port authorities. Therefore, they could not submit Installation Certificate within the stipulated time. requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021

ithin the stipulated time. requested for condonation of delay in submission of Installation Certificates beyond stipulated time period which was issued by Chartered Engineer on 02.08.2021

in respect of above EPCG Authorizations. the case and decided to defer the case for verifying dates mentioned in agenda as there appears some discrepency. 52. Rashi Steel and Power Limited, Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh)

HQREPCGPRAPP00123452AM22 i. 0530161651 dated
04.10.2013 ii. 0530162220 dated 28.01.2014 iii. 0530164408 dated
19.02.2015
Request for extension of EOP for two years and condone the composition fees for non- fulfillment of 1st Block EO:

The firm has stated that they faced an excessive financial crunch and resulting to that their account had become NPA in the month of Oct 2016, the category of the bank as per the notification and guidelines of RBI. However, they continued production at a low capacity level and tried to coup up from the worst condition. At present, NSR has a little bit increased, and being good assesses, they have started planning for necessary compliances towards the respective subject matter. The firm has further stated that they could not fulfill 100% EO within the stipulated time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As per the D/L issued by CLA, New Delhi demands letters for the payment of composition fees of Rs. 487,616.00, Rs. 588,276.00 and Rs. 720,981.00 against EPCG Authorization Nos. 0530161651 dt. 04.10.2013, 0530162220 dt. 28.01.2014 and 0530164408 dt.

r the payment of composition fees of Rs. 487,616.00, Rs. 588,276.00 and Rs. 720,981.00 against EPCG Authorization Nos. 0530161651 dt. 04.10.2013, 0530162220 dt. 28.01.2014 and 0530164408 dt. 19.02.2015 respectively as they could not fulfill the 50% EO in the 1 st Block in terms of Para 5.14 (c) of HBP 2015-20. After due deliberation, the

Committee decided that the 23.09.2021.

Since there is no provision for extension of 1st Block without composition fee, the Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para 2.58 of FTP 2015- 20 to allow extension in the 1st block subject to payment of to first block and payment Rs.10,000/- per authorization.

DGFT. 53. Caddie Hotels Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi

HQRPRCAPPLY00129450AM22 0530165053 dated
01.06.2015 and EOP :

not complete 100% EO within the stipulated time i.e. 6 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. CLA, New Delhi vide D/L dated 09.04.2021 advised the firm to approach EPCG Committee as they have not extended the 1st Block into the 2nd Block. Therefore, the firm has requested for extension of 1st Block and EOP in order to fulfill their EO. After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the

e 1st Block into the 2nd Block. Therefore, the firm has requested for extension of 1st Block and EOP in order to fulfill their EO. After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the

23.09.2021.

The Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para extension in the 1st block Export obligation period subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment Rs. 10,000/-.

DGFT.

Caddie Hotels Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi

HQRPRCAPPLY00129509AM22 0530165054 dated
01.06.2015 Request for extension of 1st Block and EOP :

The Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para

sion of 1st Block and EOP in order to fulfill their EO. After due deliberation, the Committee decided that the 23.09.2021.

The Committee further decided to recommend to DG under Para

extension in the 1st block subject to payment of composition fee of 2% on duty saved amount proportionate to unfulfilled portion of EO pertaining to first block and payment Rs.10,000/-.

DGFT. 55. Vrunda Vitthal Polynet Ltd., Gujarat

HQREPCGPRAPP00154145AM22 5230025654 dated
26.12.2017 Request for regularisation of excess duty credit utilized within 10% on EPCG Authorization:

The applicant has requested to allow regularization of late payment of additional fee to cover excess imports. The Committee noted that

para 5.16 (a) of HBP 2015-20, as

amended, provides that if authorization issued has been utilized for import of goods in excess of duty saved amount indicated on the authorization by not more than 10%, the RA may accept additional fee to cover excess imports effected, in terms of duty saved amount, even beyond one month but within two years of the excess import taking place, fee of Rs. 5000/- per authorization. the case and decided to 20 for condonation of procedural lapse of delay of more than a month in payment of fee for excess duty saved amount as envisaged in the

para 5.16(a) of HBP 2015-20,

fee of Rs. 5000/- per year and to

the condition that the excess utilization is not more than 10% of duty saved mentioned in the subject EPCG authorization. The party is also required to pay an additional composition fee of Rs. 5,000/- for each year of delay beyond the expiry of the period of two years of the excess import taking place. DGFT. 56. Rajnandini Creation, Surat

HQRPRCAPPLY00087156AM21 5230007825 dated
02.12.2010

amended, provides that if authorization issued has been the case and decided to fee of Rs. 5000/- per year and to

excess EPCG authorisation. The party is composition fee of Rs. 5,000/- for DGFT. 57. Anubha IndustriesPvt. Ltd., Surat

HQREPCGPRAPP00143382AM22 5230014243 dated 06.06.2014

amended, provides that if authorization issued has been the case and decided to

excess EPCG authorisation. The party is composition fee of Rs. 5,000/- for DGFT.

Glass Wall System (India) Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai

HQREPCGPRAPP00143382AM22 0330036077 dated
13.06.2013

amended, provides that if authorization issued has been the case and decided to

Wall System (India) Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai

HQREPCGPRAPP00143382AM22 0330036077 dated
13.06.2013

amended, provides that if authorization issued has been the case and decided to

excess EPCG authorisation. The party is composition fee of Rs. 5,000/- for DGFT. 59. Ciron Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai

HQRPRCAPPLY00081108AM21 0330046311 dated
31.01.2017
10% on EPCG License No. 0330046311 dt.31.01.2017 – reg.

The applicant has stated that at the time of import they have utilized excess duty saved value which is less than 10% permitted as Para 5.16 (a) of HBP. However, there was a delay in the payment of differential fees. The firm has stated that they applied for EODC to RA, Mumbai after completion of EO proportionate to duty save value utilized . RA, Mumbai issued D/L dated 28.01.2021 informed that they have availed excess duty saved amount but not deposit the fee in time as per P.N.22 dt. 31.7.2019 therefore, RA, Mumbai advised them to approach toDGFT(HQ), New Delhi. requested to condone the delay and allow to pay an additional fee as per Public Notice No. 22/2015- 20 dated 31.07.2019 against the above

license. the case and decided to excess EPCG authorisation. The party is composition fee of Rs. 5,000/- for DGFT. 60. Ciron Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai

HQRPRCAPPLY00081131AM21 0330049274 dated
22.05.2018