Taking serious note of bribery allegations against customs officials in Chennai , the government on Thursday ordered the department of revenue (DoR) to undertake a fair, transparent, and fact-based inquiry into the issues raised by Chennai-based firm Wintrack.

“A senior officer from DoR has been deputed to conduct a detailed factual inquiry, hearing the parties concerned, officials and thoroughly examining all relevant documentary evidence,” the finance ministry said in a post on X.

Wintrack’s allegations and company closure

Wintrack announced that from October 1, 2025, the company will cease import / export activities in India.

“For the past 45 days, Chennai customs officials have relentlessly harassed us. After exposing their bribery practices twice this year, they retaliated,

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