Section 2(f) in The U.P. Fruit Nurseries (Regulation) Act, 1976
(f)"Licensing Authority" means the Director of Horticulture and Fruit Utilization, Uttar Pradesh and includes another Officer not below the rank of a District Horticulture Officer empowered by the Director in this behalf, to exercise some or all of the powers of the Licensing Authority under this Act;
