Smuggling in India Report 2023-24

December 12, 2024

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) will mark its 67th Foundation Day on December 4, 2024, will take place in New Delhi. Senior officials from Indian law enforcement and the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) will attend. DRI will release the annual report titled ‘Smuggling in India Report 2023-24’, will detail its activities and trends in anti-smuggling and commercial fraud.

Background of DRI

The DRI was established on December 4, 1957, and operates under the CBIC of the Government of India, located in New Delhi. DRI comprises 12 zonal units, 35 regional units, and 15 sub-regional units. Over 900 officials work within the agency.

DRI’s Role in Combating Smuggling

DRI is India’s leading agency against smuggling and focuses on preventing and detecting illegal activities. Key targets include narcotic drugs, gold, diamonds, wildlife products, arms, and counterfeit currency. DRI also investigates customs duty evasion and commercial fraud.

DRI engages in international customs cooperation, collaborates with other countries through Customs Mutual Assistance Agreements (CMAA). These agreements facilitate information sharing and best practice learning. The aim is to enhance the prevention and investigation of customs offences.

Foundation Day Activities

As part of the Foundation Day celebrations, DRI will host the Regional Customs Enforcement Meeting (RCEM). This meeting will gather customs organisations and international agencies. Notable participants include the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the International Narcotics Control Bureau (INCB). The focus will be on discussing enforcement challenges and strategies.

The ‘Smuggling in India Report 2023-24’ will provide vital information about DRI’s operations. It will highlight achievements and emerging trends in smuggling. The report serves as a key resource for understanding the agency’s impact on national security and economic integrity.

GKToday Facts for Exams:
CMAA – Customs Mutual Assistance Agreements (CMAA) enhance international cooperation. They enable customs agencies to share information. They also promote best practices to combat customs offences effectively.
RCEM – The Regional Customs Enforcement Meeting (RCEM) encourages collaboration among customs organisations. It addresses enforcement challenges. It involves discussions with international agencies like UNODC and INCB for effective strategies.
INCB – The International Narcotics Control Bureau (INCB) monitors drug control. It oversees the implementation of drug treaties. INCB promotes international cooperation to combat drug trafficking and abuse.
RILO-AP – The Regional Intelligence Liaison Office-Asia Pacific (RILO-AP) facilitates intelligence sharing. It focuses on customs enforcement in the Asia-Pacific region. RILO-AP aids in combating transnational smuggling issues.

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