Authority: National Company Law Tribunal, Division Bench, Court - 1, Ahmedabad
Order Date: 13/07/2026
Case Overview
The Registrar of Companies, Gujarat has filed a petition under Section 271 of the Companies Act, 2013 seeking the winding-up of Johnson Pharmacare Limited (formerly known as Sun & Shine Worldwide Limited). The petition also involves other respondents (Respondent Nos. 1 to 4) though not specifically named in the available text. The matter is at a preliminary stage where the Tribunal is considering the RoC's prayer for winding up the company.
The Company Prosecutor representing the RoC sought time to place on record the investigation report as well as the status of trial/proceedings before the concerned Chief Judicial Magistrate. The Tribunal noted this request and proceeded to issue formal notices to the respondents.
Interim Directions
The Tribunal issued notice to Respondent Nos. 1 to 4 as well as to the Income Tax Department. The RoC was directed to collect the notice from the Registry within three days and serve it upon the respondents along with a copy of the order through Registered Post/Speed-post, Dasti mode, and on the registered email ID of the respondents within seven days.
The respondents were directed to file their reply, if any, within two weeks from the date of receipt of notice. Any rejoinder must be filed before the next date of hearing. The RoC must file proof of service by way of an affidavit before the next hearing date.
Final Outcome
The matter has been adjourned and listed for further consideration on 06 August 2026. No final decision on the winding-up petition has been made at this stage. The order represents procedural directions for notice and response filing in the ongoing winding-up proceedings.
Topics: Corporate Insolvency, Regulatory Action