Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs organises post-Budget interactive session with stakeholders in Mumbai

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) held an interactive session with representatives from trade associations, chambers of commerce, exporters, importers, custodians, customs brokers, and logistics service providers at the New Custom House, Mumbai.

The session was chaired by Shri Vivek Chaturvedi, Chairman, CBIC, along with Shri Yogendra Garg, Member (IT, Taxpayer Services & Technology), CBIC. Senior officials including the Principal Chief Commissioners of Mumbai Customs and GST, Joint Secretary (Customs), Commissioner (Customs & Export Promotion), Commissioner of the GST Policy Wing, and other departmental officers were also present.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Vivek Chaturvedi explained how the recently introduced reforms in indirect taxation, based on a trust-driven governance framework announced in the Union Budget 2026–27, support the Government’s broader vision. He outlined key policy changes introduced in the Budget and detailed the steps being taken by Customs to further simplify procedures and improve efficiency.

Shri Yogendra Garg, in his address, emphasised the advantages of a unified and integrated digital ecosystem that links all export-import stakeholders, including other participating government agencies. He noted that such integration would facilitate faster clearances, improve business planning, and strengthen the Make in India initiative.

The Joint Secretary (Customs) informed participants that, to support public facilitation and enhance understanding of these initiatives, CBIC has released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), which are available on the official CBIC website.

The session focused on addressing concerns and clarifying queries raised by trade and industry representatives and was followed by an interaction with media personnel.

In addition, Shri Chaturvedi interacted with officers and staff working at operational levels across Mumbai Customs, including the airport, courier terminal, and CGST formations, to sensitise them on the effective implementation of reform measures and to further enhance ease of doing business for trade and industry.