Introduction:
Welcome to the latest edition of the weekly newsletter from the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC), dated 11th September, 2023. In this newsletter, we delve into significant developments, including India’s remarkable success at the G-20 Summit and recent commendable efforts in combating smuggling activities.
G-20 Triumph and India’s Ideals:
The newsletter highlights the historic ‘Delhi Declaration,’ unanimously adopted by the G-20, reflecting India’s prominent role as the host. The Hon’ble Prime Minister’s call for bridging the trust deficit resonated with nations representing about 85 percent of the world’s GDP. This achievement underlines India’s age-old ideals of inclusion and welfare, as echoed in the inscription on the Ashokan pillar, emphasizing the welfare and happiness of humanity.
The G-20 summit witnessed discussions on a range of critical issues, including territorial integrity, sovereignty, energy transition, sustainable development, and trade and investment. These discussions are expected to shape the future role of CBIC in ensuring resilient and inclusive global value chains and reliable logistics for trade.
Anti-Smuggling Operations:
The newsletter also highlights the dedication and achievements of CBIC officers in the field. It mentions the successful seizure of 19.6 lakh sticks of foreign origin cigarettes valued at Rs. 2.93 Crore by the officers of the Delhi Zonal Unit of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence. Their remarkable efforts to locate hidden go-downs without identifiable addresses are commendable.
In another case, officers of the Customs Preventive Zone, Tiruchirappalli, intercepted a two-wheeler and recovered 14.8 Kgs of smuggled Gold valued at Rs. 8.92 Crore. These operations demonstrate the relentless commitment of CBIC officers to safeguarding the nation’s economic interests and curbing illegal activities.
Acknowledgment and Encouragement:
The Chairman, Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, expresses his appreciation for the hard work of CBIC field officers, which often goes unnoticed. He emphasizes the vital role these officers play in ensuring the smooth functioning of commerce, revenue collection for essential public services, and the protection of the nation’s economic interests. Every assessment, decision, and transaction handled by CBIC officers has a significant impact on millions of lives. The Chairman encourages senior officers to acknowledge and appreciate the good work done by officers at all levels.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the CBIC weekly newsletter for 11th September, 2023, highlights India’s G-20 success, the increasing role of CBIC in global affairs, and the commendable efforts of CBIC officers in anti-smuggling operations. It serves as a reminder of the dedication and diligence of CBIC officers and their vital contribution to the nation’s growth and welfare.
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Weekly newsletter from Chairman, CBIC dated 11.09.2023
Government of India
Ministry of Finance
Department of Revenue
Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs
11th September, 2023
Chairman
DO No. 06/News Letter/CHOC)/ 2023
As the historic ‘Delhi Declaration’ was unanimously adopted by the G-20, the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s call for bridging the trust deficit seems to have garnered appreciation and struck resonance with the nations representing about 85 percent of the world’s GDP. The success of India’s G-20 presidency is truly the success of India’s age-old ideals of inclusion and welfare. No wonder, the Hon’ble Prime Minister quoted the inscription on the Ashokan pillar, which reads:
Meaning, the welfare and happiness of humanity should always be ensured.
To my mind, the confluence of ideas and views during the G-20 summit on wide-ranging issues such as territorial integrity and sovereignty, energy transition and sustainable development, trade and investment, among others, is bound to increase the role of CBIC in the times to come. We have to be fully equipped to meet the vision of resilient and inclusive global value chains along with reliable logistics for trade.
During the week, I came across the news of the seizure made by the officers of the Delhi Zonal Unit of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence of 19.6 lakh sticks of foreign origin cigarettes valued at Rs. 2.93 Crore which were smuggled into India. The manner in which the officers worked to identify the exact go downs without any identifiable address is laudable. In another case, the officers of the Customs Preventive Zone, Tiruchirappalli, intercepted a two wheeler and recovered 14.8 Kgs of smuggled Gold valued at Rs. 8.92 Crore. Keep up the good work!
During the weekend, I reflected upon the hard work done by our field officers which often goes unappreciated. Your dedication and diligence ensure that the wheels of commerce turn smoothly, revenues are collected for essential public services, and the economic interests of our nation are safeguarded. Remember that every assessment, every decision, and every transaction you handle has a ripple effect on millions of lives. Embrace the opportunity to make a positive impact, foster transparency and fairness, and contribute to the country’s growth story. Keep pushing the boundaries, keep striving for excellence, and let your passion for service shine bright! I would encourage the senior officers in the department to be liberal in recognizing the good work done by the officers at all levels.
Till next week!
Yours sincerely,
(Sanjay Kumar Agarwal)
All Officers and Staff of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes 86 Customs
