Calcutta High Court Directs South Eastern Railway To Refund Additional 20% Surcharge Levied On Consignment

The Calcutta High Court ruled in favor of the South Eastern Railway, ordering a refund of an additional 20% surcharge that had been imposed by the railway through a circular. The case involved a challenge by consumers who were required to pay the surcharge, arguing that the imposition was unfair. The Court found that the surcharge had not been legally justified and instructed the railway to refund the extra amount collected. This ruling highlighted the Court's commitment to protecting consumer rights against arbitrary charges and its role in ensuring that government entities act within their legal authority.