The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) held an interactive post-Budget session with representatives of Trade Associations, Chambers of Commerce, Exporters, Importers, Custodians, Customs Brokers, Logistics Service Providers and the media at New Custom House, Mumbai on Thursday. The event was presided over by Chairman, CBIC Mr Vivek Chaturvedi, and Mr Yogendra Garg, Member (IT, Taxpayer Services & Technology), CBIC. Pr. Chief Commissioners of Mumbai Customs and GST, Joint Secretary (Customs), Commissioner (Customs & Export Promotion), and Commissioner, GST Policy Wing were also present along with other senior officers of the Department.
Mr Vivek Chaturvedi elaborated how the newly introduced reforms, which emphasise trust-based governance in Indirect Taxes, announced in the Union Budget 2026-27, will contribute to the vision of the government. He clarified the intricacies of the Budgetary policy changes and explained how the Customs is working towards simplification of Customs processes.
Mr Yogendra Garg highlighted the benefits of a single integrated digital ecosystem connecting all export-import stakeholders, including other participating government agencies, to enable faster clearances, better business planning and strengthen Make in India. Joint Secretary (Customs) informed that FAQs have been released by CBIC for public facilitation and for ease of understanding these initiatives, which are posted on the official website at https://www.cbic.gov.in
The meeting with stakeholders was aimed at addressing the doubts of trade and industry, and was followed by an interaction with the media.
Chairman, CBIC also met with the officers and staff working at the cutting edge level in Mumbai Customs, Airport, Courier Terminal and CGST to sensitise them on efficient implementation of reform initiatives and enhance ease of doing business for the trade and industry, said a release.
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