Sushant Kumar Panda (Retd. IRS)
Advisor

Chairman Zee Media, Former Member CBIC and Special Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India.
Former Special Director, Directorate of Enforcement, Chief Commissioner and Service Tax  Kolkata Zone.
Former Chief Commissioner for Indirect Tax and Customs.

Susanta Kumar Panda’s illustrious career began in the early 2000s. From May 2003 to September 2008, he served as the Special Director at the Directorate of Enforcement. During this period, Panda played a crucial role in investigating violations of the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) and the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). His efforts were instrumental in curbing illegal foreign exchange transactions and money laundering activities under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). His keen investigative skills and dedication to upholding the law earned him accolades and set the stage for future leadership roles Following his tenure at the Directorate of Enforcement, Panda continued his ascent in the government hierarchy. From January 2014 to January 2017, he served as the Chief Commissioner of Indirect Tax and Customs.

In January 2017, Panda was appointed as a Member of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and served concurrently as a Special Secretary to the Government of India until January 2019. This period was crucial as it encompassed the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), one of India’s most significant tax reforms.