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REFORMS FOR TRADE FACILITATION AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS
With a larger goal of Ease of Doing Business, CBIC has launched various reforms in the domain of Customs with a focus on faster clearance of cargo, Reduced Dwell time, Transparency and significant reduction of procedures. Notable new initiatives among them include, TURANT Customs, FACELESS assessment, Sea cargo Manifest and Transhipment Regulations (SCMTR) etc. Most of these initiatives rely heavily on information technology and place trust in the importers, exporters and other stakeholders. In the scenario of increasing quantum of imports and facilitation, DRI is faced with new challenges of unearthing the novel modus operandi of the smuggling syndicates and the need for robust data analysis systems. As methods of smuggling are becoming more and more complex, the prevention and control of such illicit activities require significant upgradation of skill set of officers and knowledge of newer areas such as data forensics, latest surveillance tools, transactions in crypto currencies etc.
As a premier investigative agency of India with an enviable track record of detecting commercial frauds, DRI remains prepared to adapt to the changing times and act as a bulwark against unscrupulous elements and their attempts at smuggling. As the cases of the past stand testimony to the relentless efforts of the officers at nabbing the wrong doers, DRI is well equipped and remains steadfast in its duty to guard the economic frontiers of the country.
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