CWP No. 1149 of 2011: 11.3.2011 Present: Mr. Ajay Vaidya counsel for the petitioner. Mr. P.P.Chauhan, Central Govt. Counsel for respondent No.1. Mr. Vinay Kuthiala counsel for respondents No. 2 to 6. Heard learned counsel for the parties. In view of the fact that an appeal is pending before the Commissioner of Income-tax and the only relief sought for is with regard to the stay of the demand notice we feel that this petition can be disposed of at the admission stage itself. The total demand raised is Rs.14,67,084/-. According to the petitioner he has already deposited Rs.5,80,000/- against this demand on 5th January, 2011 which would mean that the balance amount is less than 9,00,000/-. Keeping in view all the facts and circumstances of the case and especially the fact that the appeal is pending, we feel that the interest of justice will be served if in addition to the amount of Rs.5,80,000/- already deposited the petitioner is directed to deposit Rs.2,50,000/- more on or before 31st March, 2011. He shall also furnish solvent surety to the satisfaction of the Assessing Officer so that in case the appeal is decided against the assessee it shall be easy for the revenue to recover this amount. On the petitioner complying with the aforesaid directions, the respondent shall not take any coercive steps for recovery of the assessed amount and shall dispose of the appeal as early as possible and not later than 31st May, 2011. The petition is disposed of accordingly. No costs. Dasti copy. ( Deepak Gupta ) Judge. 11th March, 2011. ( Sanjay Karol ) ™ Judge.