2002 PLP 2935 (PTD)
SUO MOTU COMPLAINT IN MATTER OF DETENTION OF SKIMMED MILK POWDER AT KARACHI BALAGAMWALA OIL MILLS (PVT.) LTD. Versus SECRETARY, REVENUE DIVISION, ISLAMABAD
| Citation | 2002 PLP 2935 (PTD) |
| Forum / Court | Federal Tax Ombudsman |
| Bench Members | Justice (Retd.) Saleem Akhtar, Federal Tax Ombudsman |
| Parties | SUO MOTU COMPLAINT IN MATTER OF DETENTION OF SKIMMED MILK POWDER AT KARACHI BALAGAMWALA OIL MILLS (PVT.) LTD. Versus SECRETARY, REVENUE DIVISION, ISLAMABAD |
Q1: What are the key laws and sections cited in 2002 PLP 2935 (PTD)?
This judgment primarily cites: statutory provisions as referenced in Pakistani case law index.
Q2: Which judicial bench decided the case 2002 PLP 2935 (PTD)?
The case was heard and decided by the Federal Tax Ombudsman bench comprising: Justice (Retd.) Saleem Akhtar, Federal Tax Ombudsman.
Q3: What is the official citation format for this judgment on Pakistan Law Portal?
Cite this legal precedent as: 2002 PLP 2935 (PTD) (SUO MOTU COMPLAINT IN MATTER OF DETENTION OF SKIMMED MILK POWDER AT KARACHI BALAGAMWALA OIL MILLS (PVT.) LTD. Versus SECRETARY, REVENUE DIVISION, ISLAMABAD). Read the full summary and cross-referenced laws free on Pakistan Law Portal.
Representation
- Muhammad Latif and Tariq Khuda, Additional Collector for Respondent.
Headnotes / Summary
Establishment of Office of Federal Tax Ombudsman Ordinance (XXXV of 2000)‑‑‑ ‑‑‑‑S. 9‑‑‑Import of substantial quantity of adulterated and , sub standard skimmed milk powder‑‑‑Samples for testing and result was awaited‑‑‑Complaint against‑‑‑Federal Tax Ombudsman recommended that the Customs Authorities to expedite the matter with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture and finalize the case within 15 days.
Judgment & Decree
Establishment of Office of Federal Tax Ombudsman Ordinance (XXXV of 2000)‑‑‑ ‑‑‑‑S. 9‑‑‑Import of substantial quantity of adulterated and , sub standard skimmed milk powder‑‑‑Samples for testing and result was awaited‑‑‑Complaint against‑‑‑Federal Tax Ombudsman recommended that the Customs Authorities to expedite the matter with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture and finalize the case within 15 days. Muhammad Latif and Tariq Khuda, Additional Collector for Respondent. FINDINGS/DECISION Mr. Tariq Khuda has submitted during hearing a letter dated 27‑7‑2002 enclosing a detailed report of the Collector of Customs (Appraisement) Karachi. The report states in detail the fact involved and the agencies and departments, which have been consulted or associated in the case. From the report it seems that clarification was sought in respect of laboratories reports. It was found necessary as M/s. Pakistan Dairy Association had made a representation on 1‑4‑2002 alleging that a substantial quantity of adulterated and sub‑standard skimmed milk powder are being imported from the East European Countries under the brand names of Cow Boy, Milk Boy, Double Cow and Fluer etc. In view of the laboratory reports and clarification the matter has been referred to Ministry of Food and Agriculture/Health, which according to the C.B.R. is the concerned Ministry, which is to ultimately determine whether the goods are up to Pakistan health standard. Consequently Dr. Saleem Khan, Director Animal Quarantine, Karachi, alongwith Dr. Fayyaz Ahmad Mughal, Quarantine Officer, obtained .samples of all the consignments on 15‑7‑2002 for their testing and result is awaited. After final verdict of the concerned Minister action under the law will he taken.
2. With regard to the complaint of Mr. Balagamwala, it 'is stated that two consignments are also amongst the consignments for which the final result is awaited from the Ministry of Food and Agriculture.
3. In these circumstances as steps have been taken to finalise the matter it is recommended that the Customs Authorities to expedite the matter with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture and finalise the case within 15 days. Compliance report be submitted within one week thereafter. C.M.A./M.A.K./427/FTO Order accordingly.