RE-LOOK REQUIRED ON INDIAN POSTAL ACT 1898 SAYS APEX CONSUMER COMMISSION
SAYS APEX CONSUMER COMMISSION
‘We deem it appropriate to observe that since the Government of the day is keen to repeal all antiquated legislation , a legacy of Colonial Era, it’s high time to have a re-look at Indian Postal Act 1898,in particular on section 6 therein ,in order to infuse accountability ,competitiveness and efficient governance.’
This was the observations made by the National Commission in a case
Commission while pronouncing the order further stated –
“…although Indian Postal Act is an antiquated piece of legislation, dating back to 1898, but as it stands today in 21st century still grants immunity to the postal department”.
And now in the passage of time things are changing. National Commission feels the need to re-look at the things and copies of the above said judgments are directed to be sent to the Secretary, Ministry of Law and Justice, Shastri Bhawan New Delhi for information and appropriate action as may be deemed fit and proper.
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