"OYO had raised two questions primarily, in response to the petition. One, we had challenged the jurisdiction of the court, and that none of the issues raised by Zostel were arbitrary. Zo, through a statement sent by Amit Kumar Mishra, partner P&A Law Offices, has also claimed that OYO was using its "strong public relations and financial muzzle to muzzle its voice and hide behind technicalities". Zostel Hospitality has alleged that OYO has acquired data of employees, assets, and hotel properties under the pretext of accelerating the process of acquisition and is now refusing to pay the dues for the business acquired. At the time, Zo Room representatives had told ET that the company would take all steps to protect its interests, and OYO had acted in bad faith.

Source: Economic Times February 26, 2018 03:45 UTC