35 officers of the Customs and Central Excise Department have been selected for grant of Presidential Award of Appreciation Certificate for Specially distinguished record of service on the occasion of Republic Day this year.

The officers had exhibited exceptional commitment and devotion to duty on a sustained basis, while achieving the goals set for their organizations.

An official release said, the officers are considered for grant of Presidential Award of Appreciation Certificate for exceptionally meritorious service rendered at the risk of life and specially distinguished record of service on their achieving and maintaining excellence in the discharge of their duties.

The awards are announced on the eve of Republic Day.