The Customs Clearance Facilitation Committee (CCFC) meeting, convened by Delhi Customs at the Kalpana Chawla Conference Hall, IGI Airport, brought together key government agencies, trade bodies, and industry stakeholders to strengthen coordination and enhance trade facilitation. Chaired by the Chief Commissioner of Customs, Delhi Zone, the meeting reaffirmed Customs’ commitment to transparency, efficiency, and ease of doing business.
Wide Participation Reflects Collaborative Ecosystem
The meeting witnessed broad-based participation from partner government agencies including FSSAI, Plant Quarantine, and the Drug Controller, along with leading trade associations such as the Customs Broker Fraternity, ASSOCHAM, and GJEPC. Custodians, importers, exporters, and departmental officers also attended, underscoring the inclusive approach adopted to address end-to-end issues across the Customs clearance value chain.
Focus on Policy and Digital Initiatives
During the deliberations, recent policy and digital initiatives of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) were highlighted, with a particular focus on their implementation within the Delhi Customs Zone. These initiatives aim to streamline procedures, reduce dwell time, and improve predictability for the EXIM community.
Constructive Dialogue and Actionable Outcomes
Stakeholders raised key operational challenges, which were discussed in a transparent and solution-oriented manner. The exchanges resulted in actionable outcomes designed to strengthen facilitation, improve inter-agency coordination, and enhance overall efficiency. Participants widely appreciated the collaborative conduct of the meeting, which reinforced confidence in Customs processes.
Commitment to Ease of Doing Business
The Delhi Customs Zone reiterated its commitment to advancing ease of doing business within the framework of law. The Zone emphasized that its guiding principles—Transparency, Accessibility, and Efficiency—form the cornerstone of its engagement with stakeholders, empowering them to interact openly and effectively with the administration.
A Continuous Journey of Trade Facilitation
Looking ahead, Delhi Customs highlighted that trade facilitation is a continuous journey requiring sustained collaboration among Customs, partner agencies, custodians, and the trading community. By embedding transparency in decision-making, accessibility in processes, and maintaining an open-door approach for dialogue and problem-solving, Delhi Customs aims to foster a culture of trust, efficiency, and shared responsibility.
Conclusion
The CCFC meeting marked another significant step in institutionalizing collaborative governance in Customs administration. Through constructive engagement and actionable follow-through, Delhi Customs continues to build stakeholder confidence and ensure that the EXIM community benefits from a facilitation framework that is transparent, efficient, and responsive.
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Source: PIB
