Section 151 of the Customs Act, 1962 – Certain officers required to assist officers of customs

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Section 151: Certain officers required to assist officers of customs

The following officers are hereby empowered and required to assist officers of customs in the execution of this Act, namely:–

  • (a) officers of the Central Excise Department;
  • (b) officers of the Navy;
  • (c) officers of Police;
  • (d) officers of the Central or State Governments employed at any port or airport;
  • (e) such other officers of the Central or State Governments or a local authority as are specified by the Central Government in this behalf by notification in the Official Gazette.

Source: official text of The Customs Act, 1962 as published on India Code (PDF). All sections of the Customs Act, 1962.