FM Sitharaman Criticizes Corruption in CBIC after Chennai Customs Bribery Case

The Finance Minister strongly condemned instances of corruption within the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) following the exposure of a major bribery case involving Chennai Customs officials. She emphasized the government’s zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and directed stringent disciplinary and legal actions against those involved. The remarks underline the government’s ongoing efforts to promote transparency, accountability, and integrity within the taxation and customs framework, ensuring that such misconduct does not tarnish public trust in regulatory institutions.