Exemption for 9mm pistol when manufactured by designated producer and cleared with ministry recommendation for supply to police forces. Amendment inserts a conditional exemption for Pistol 9mm under Chapter 93 under section 5A of the Central Excise Act, 1944: the exemption applies where the pistol is manufactured by a designated manufacturer and supplied to State or Union Territory Police Forces, and where, prior to clearance, a Ministry of Home Affairs officer not below Joint Secretary recommends the exemption specifying full description and quantity.