The Office of the Principal Chief Commissioner of Customs, Kolkata Zone, officially launched the personal carriage facility for gems and jewellery from Kolkata Port in a landmark move likely to facilitate trade and boost exports from Eastern India.

This new initiative aims to enhance the ease of doing business and promote exports from West Bengal. Customs officials presented detailed guidelines and procedures for availing the personal carriage facility at the launch ceremony.

Shri S.H. Dange, IRS, Principal Chief Commissioner of Customs, Kolkata Zone, encouraged exporters to utilise the new facility, stating it was introduced in the interest of the G&J sector. The launch event, which witnessed the participation of the GJEPC represented by Shri Pankaj Parekh, Eastern Regional Chairman, Regional Committee Members, and officials.

Representatives from leading jewellery houses such as M/s. Sabyasachi Calcutta LLP, M/s. Hasmukh Parekh Jewellers, and M/s. Modern Impex attended the event and expressed interest in using the facility to hand-carry branded jewellery for exhibitions and promotional events abroad.