Artworks imported for public museums/institutions to face customs duty from Sep 7, 2024 - policy shift.

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....This notification rescinds the earlier Notification No. 26/2011-Customs which exempted the import duty on works of art imported for exhibition in public museums or national institutions. Consequently, such imports will now attract applicable customs duties. The rescission takes effect from September 7, 2024, barring any actions taken prior to this date under the previous exemption notification. This change indicates a policy shift, potentially aimed at generating revenue or promoting domestic art exhibitions.....