Revenue Secretary Highlights Trust and Technology in Customs Reforms to Boost Exports

Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava emphasized the need for customs reforms that build trust with stakeholders and leverage technology to facilitate faster, more certain access to global markets for Indian exporters. Speaking at the National Symposium on Customs Reforms 2026, he highlighted initiatives like ICEGATE 2.0 and digital integration to support MSMEs, startups, and manufacturing growth. The recent Budget includes measures to streamline customs processes, extend advance ruling validity, and enhance non-intrusive inspections, aiming to improve transparency and supply chain efficiency.