Commerce Secretary Engages with Industry Stakeholders to Address Key SEZ Policy and Operational Challenges

Key Points

1. Commerce Secretary Shri Rajesh Agrawal interacted with over 150 stakeholders in Chennai on 21 NOV 2025.
2. The industry interface was organized by the Export Promotion Council for EOUs & SEZs (EPCES).
3. Issues raised included SEZ-DTA transactions, duty drawbacks, ICEGATE connectivity, and import monitoring systems.
4. IT/ITES stakeholders expressed concerns about vacant built-up area rules and LoA renewal timelines.
5. The Commerce Secretary assured that the Ministry would examine the challenges to enhance ease of doing business.
6. The Ministry will review connectivity concerns with BSNL and import monitoring systems.
7. The government aims to make the SEZ ecosystem more dynamic and globally competitive.