Customs Clearance Disrupted at Birgunj Over MRP Enforcement
Summary
Customs clearance at Birgunj Customs Office halted as importers and producers stop clearance due to the enforcement of mandatory MRP labeling on imported goods.
Key Points
- Customs clearance activities at Birgunj Customs Office have come to a standstill due to enforcement of MRP labeling.
- Importers and domestic producers stopped clearance following the government's mandatory MRP system on imported goods.
- The federal government issued a notice making MRP labeling compulsory for all goods entering through customs points from April 8.
- Birgunj Customs Office collects Rs 500-600 million in daily revenue, which is affected by the disruption.
