On April 24, 2026, the EPCES Cochin SEZ region organized an interactive session with Mr. N. S. Dev, IRS, Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC), to address critical operational and policy issues. The primary focus of the discussion centered on the mechanisms of DTA sales at concessional duty rates and the intensifying impact of global regional conflicts on export performance. Member units informed the DDC that the ongoing war has led to a sharp increase in operational costs and significant delays in international payment realizations. Furthermore, exporters highlighted a major financial burden caused by Adani Gas, which has recently altered its fuel consumption calculation methods.
The session also addressed the instability of energy supplies, with units reporting that gas suppliers have begun changing their charging structures on a daily basis. In response to these rising costs and supply inconsistencies, member units strongly advocated for regulatory flexibility to allow the use of alternative fuel sources to meet their industrial requirements. Mr. N. S. Dev took note of these systemic hurdles, and a detailed report is being prepared to be sent separately for further administrative action. This meeting underscored the urgent need for policy support to protect the competitiveness of export-oriented units amidst shifting geopolitical and local economic pressures.