28/10/2023
Swift Justice Prevails: Bhopal IT Firm Secures Landmark Auction Order Against Pune Company over ₹1.77 Crore Dues
In a significant move that underscores the power of persistence and the importance of adhering to legal obligations, a Bhopal-based IT firm has achieved a landmark auction order against a Pune enterprise. This decisive action is a result of an enduring dispute involving an impressive ₹1.77 crore in unsettled dues.
Softtech Engineers Ltd., a notable IT services provider situated in the bustling Baner area of Pune, had previously turned down the directives issued by the MSME Facilitation Council of Madhya Pradesh. Their refusal was a direct response to a complaint made by C-Net Infotech Pvt Ltd., an esteemed IT company from Bhopal, boasting a remarkable 25-year track record.
The legal narrative saw the administrative bodies of both Bhopal and Pune instigate rigorous legal actions against the Pune firm, marking a fresh phase in the persistent contention between these two tech entities. This saga reached its pinnacle with the Facilitation Council issuing a Recovery Notice (RRC) in September, prompting the Pune district administration to kickstart recovery operations against Softtech Engineers.
In a landscape where an astounding 6.63 crore MSME units are battling with the tribulations of non-payments, with a massive 10.7 lakh crore caught up in various legal mazes, this episode is pioneering. The director of C-Net voiced optimism that such unwavering legal steps will discourage potential violators and bolster the confidence of MSMEs across India in the justice system.
Reflecting upon the journey that spanned over two years to attain justice, this case symbolizes not merely a triumph for C-Net but also illuminates a pathway of hope for innumerable MSMEs eagerly awaiting their moment of vindication.
Collector & District Magistrate Pune