Nepalgunj: Finance Minister Rameshwar Khanal inaugurated the customs assessment database system at the Nepalgunj Customs Office today, emphasizing the government's commitment to strengthening transparency and reforming Nepal’s revenue system.

New Database System to Curb Corruption, Promote Good Governance
Speaking at the event, Minister Khanal said the newly launched system would play a key role in minimizing corruption and enhancing good governance within customs operations.

“We have moved forward with initiatives aligned with the government's responsibilities. Reforming the revenue system remains a top priority,” he stated.

He added that taxpayers across all local levels now have improved facilities, which will ultimately help broaden and strengthen the nation’s revenue base.

Business Community Demanded Reform, Says Revenue Secretary

Revenue Secretary Bhupal Baral highlighted that the introduction of the database system aligns with the long-standing demand of businesspersons seeking improvements in customs processes.

“The responsibility of maintaining good governance lies with both the private sector and the government. Encouraging legitimate trade is everyone’s duty,” he said.

System Aligned With International Standards

Director General of the Department of Customs, Shyam Prasad Bhandari, shared that collaboration with local administrations has been strengthened to curb customs leakage.

He noted that the newly implemented database follows international best practices, helping to:

-Detect undervaluation or overvaluation of goods
-Support anti–money laundering efforts
-Ensure fairness, transparency, and uniformity in customs valuation