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Issues: Appeal against suspension of CHA license
In this case, the main issue revolves around the suspension of the Customs House Agent (CHA) license due to the alleged involvement of the power of attorney holder of the CHA firm in a mis-declaration case regarding the import of ball bearings. The appellant, represented by Shri S.N. Kantawala, Advocate, argued that the suspension was unjust as the CHA was not made a party in the show cause notice, only the power of attorney holder was. The case was settled with the Settlement Commission, but the suspension was not revoked against the CHA, leaving him without a means to defend himself for over a year. The appellant requested the suspension to be lifted. The Respondent, represented by Shri Umashankar, SDR, contended that the show cause notice was rightfully issued to the power of attorney holder who was actively involved in the mis-declaration. The enquiry report was still pending, and one month's time was requested to decide the matter. Upon considering the submissions, the Tribunal noted that despite the lapse of more than a year, no enquiry report had been provided to the CHA, depriving him of his livelihood. The Tribunal observed that the matter had been thoroughly investigated, as evidenced by the show cause notice issued to the importer, including the power of attorney holder of the CHA. No further investigation was deemed necessary. Consequently, the Tribunal revoked the suspension order, granting the department one month to complete the regular proceedings and take appropriate action as per the law.
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