Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974), a police officer not below the rank of 1 [Inspector] shall investigate any offence under this Act.

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Footnote -

1 Subs. by Act 10 of 2009, s. 39, for "Deputy Superintendent of Police" (w.e.f. 27-10-2009)