Custom Officials are to exercise their powers under the Customs Act in the interest of revenue only, says Bombay HC

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The Bombay High Court has ruled that Customs officials must exercise their powers under the Customs Act strictly in the interest of revenue. This judgement clarifies the scope of authority for customs officials, emphasising that their actions should be primarily driven by the need to protect government revenue. The court's decision aims to prevent arbitrary use of power and ensure that customs procedures are conducted with the primary objective of revenue collection.

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Heard Mr.Ashwin Gopakumar, learned counsel for the petitioner; Mr.Anil C. Singh, learned Additional Solicitor General for respondent Nos.1,2,3 and 6 to 11; and Mr.Prathamesh Kamat, learned counsel for respondent No.4.

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WRIT PETITION NO.3676 OF 2020

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