<h1>Finance Minister Celebrates 69th IRS Batch Graduation, Highlights Customs Role in Trade and Integrity with Award Ceremony.</h1> The Finance Minister presided over the passing out ceremony of the 69th Batch of Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise) Officers at the National Academy of Customs, Indirect Tax Narcotics in Faridabad. The batch includes 101 officers, with 24 women, who will manage GST, a significant tax reform. The Finance Minister emphasized the role of customs in law enforcement and economic protection, urging officers to facilitate trade and uphold integrity. Six officers received medals for outstanding training achievements, with one officer awarded the Finance Minister's Gold Medal for best overall performance. The event was attended by senior department officials and guests.