Adjudication delayed matter directed for prompt appointment of authority and fresh decision after due notice.

The Tribunal directed that an adjudicating authority be appointed and the matter be adjudicated within one month after due notice to the appellant. It further required compliance to be reported on the specified date, ensuring prompt completion of the adjudication process and observance of procedural fairness.

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Outcome: The Tribunal directed the Chief Commissioner of Customs, Mumbai to ensure appointment of the adjudicating authority and to have the matter adjudicated within one month after due notice to the appellant, with compliance to be reported on the specified date.

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