Central Excise Day Celebrated with Pomp and Glory across Country
JUDGES, IAS, IPS and IRS(IT) officers, cricket stars and a even a film star added glamour to the Central Excise Day celebrations in various parts of the country. Former Chief Justice of India Justice Venkatachalaiah was the Chief Guest in Bangalore. He was disappointed with the disproportionate collection of taxes compared to the general prosperity in the country. This function was also attended by the Karnataka DG of Police.
In Mysore, former cricketer Javagal Srinath was the star attraction while in Mangalore popular actress Pranitha added a touch of filmy glamour. Of course, it was not all glamour and pomp. In every function, Chief Commissioners and Commissioners explained the role of Central Excise, how the officers are now facilitators and how much revenue they collected. Several officers were felicitated on the occasion and cultural programmes were organized.
And in Delhi, the Chief Guest at the function was Chairman of the CBEC, SK Goel. How can he be the Chief Guest at his own function? He should have been the Chief Host!