GENERAL29 Sept 2026
SC limits Fortis forensic audit, bars 'fishing and roving' bank inquiry
The Supreme Court has limited a forensic audit's reach. The audit can cover only transactions involving Fortis Healthcare, its holding company, judgment debtors and the banks concerned. The court barred what it called a 'fishing and roving' bank inquiry. If your business faces a similar audit, keep the agreed scope in writing and question any demand that goes beyond it.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Supreme Court said the forensic audit must stay confined to transactions involving Fortis Healthcare, its holding company, judgment debtors and concerned banks.
- The court barred a 'fishing and roving' bank inquiry, meaning the audit cannot roam beyond that defined set of transactions.
- The order limits how far the bank records can be examined in this matter.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you or your business receives a forensic or bank audit notice, ask for the scope in writing and check whether each demand actually falls within it. Consider having your chartered accountant review the notice before you reply.
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