Archive · 30 Sep 2025
Vodafone Idea Appeals Supreme Court on AGR Dues
Vodafone Idea, a phone company, is asking the highest court for help with its large debt to the government.
They are asking to not pay extra fees, like penalties and interest, because the exact amount they owe is unclear.
The company points out that the government wasn't sure about the exact amounts either, and a similar case was decided in their favor before.
The government, which now owns part of the company, is also involved.
The court will make the final decision, which will affect how much money Vodafone Idea has to pay.
Vodafone Idea amended its petition to the Supreme Court regarding AGR dues.
The company seeks waiver of penalties, interest, and interest on penalties.
Vodafone Idea's total dues to the government are nearly ₹1.99 lakh crore.
The company is willing to pay the principal sum but disputes the additional charges.
The Supreme Court will hear the case on October 6.
- Who
- Vodafone Idea and the Supreme Court
- What
- Vodafone Idea amended its petition, seeking waiver on penalties and interest on AGR dues.
- When
- Amended petition filed on September 18; Supreme Court hearing set for October 6.
- Where
- Supreme Court
- Why
- Vodafone Idea contests the additional charges, citing uncertainty and the court's prior rulings on similar cases.
Vodafone Idea
Government
AGR Dues Calculation
Vodafone Idea
The company believes the penalties and interest are unjustified, given the uncertainty over the AGR dues calculation.
Government
The government's stance is that the dues, including penalties and interest, are owed.
- Company
- Vodafone Idea
- Total Obligations
- ₹1.99 lakh crore (as of June end)
- Principal Sum Payment
- Vodafone Idea willing to pay
- Supreme Court Hearing Date
- October 6
- Government Stake
- Close to 50%
- Stock Price
- ₹8.24 per share (Monday close)