Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava on Thursday stated that customs procedures should actively facilitate Indian exporters’ entry into global markets by providing greater speed and certainty, aligning with the country’s push to expand manufacturing and support key economic segments. Speaking at the National Symposium on Customs Reform 2026, Shrivastava highlighted the strategic role of customs administration in India’s economic transformation. “Customs administration occupies a uniquely strategic position in this transformation. It is not merely a regulatory authority but also an institution that enables economic growth, strengthens supply chains, protects society, and enhances India’s global competitiveness,” he stated.