ISLAMABAD: Collectorate of Customs earned Rs50 million revenue through auction of non-duty paid goods and vehicles.
Deputy Collector Wajid Zaman told Customs Today that smuggled goods were sold in Rs6 million while 28 vehicles were sold in Rs44 million.
He said letters were sent to chambers of commerce and industry for participation in auction while informed the public through print and electronic media whereas banners were also displayed at different locations to inform general public.
He said that the staff of the Collectorate conducted auction with transparent manner and according to Customs Act 1969. He said that most of the participants who attended the auction belonged to Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Peshawar.