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BIS should strengthen consumer initiative & outreach: Joshi
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Thursday, 16 October, 2025, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Our Bureau, New Delhi
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The government is harmonising the scope of Quality Control Orders (QCOs), for mandatory certification to curb the circulation of substandard goods while being considerate towards the requirements of the domestic MSME sector. Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi stated this at the celebration of World Standards Day 2025 organised by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). While virtually addressing the event he emphasised that BIS must achieve a sustainable balance between these two objectives.
Joshi highlighted that over the past 11 years, India’s economy has risen from the 10th position to the 4th position, a remarkable achievement driven by the government’s philosophy of Reform, Perform, and Transform. He said that India is now moving confidently towards becoming the third-largest economy in the world by 2028. The BIS has played a key role in realising this vision by aligning national standards with global benchmarks.
He noted that standards form the backbone of a well-functioning society, ensuring safety, quality, and trust across products, services, and systems. They facilitate seamless domestic and international trade, enhance environmental sustainability, and protect consumer interests. By adhering to standards, India strengthens the reliability of its products and its position in global markets.
The Minister said that this year’s theme, Shared Vision for a Better World, focusing on SDG-17 (Sustainable Development Goal 17)– Partnership for the Goals, highlights the importance of collaboration in achieving sustainable development. BIS, as the national standards body, has made significant progress by adopting global best practices while keeping national interest at the core. New and emerging sectors such as renewable energy, electric mobility, digital infrastructure, and sustainable materials are being actively addressed.
Joshi congratulated BIS for organising the celebration of World Standards Day 2025 and said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is moving ahead with renewed purpose to ensure that every citizen has access to safe, reliable, and high-quality products and services.
The Minister reiterated that the Prime Minister has given a clear direction through his call for zero defect and zero effect, promoting products that are flawless in quality and harmless to the environment. He said that Bharat must be recognised globally for its quality and that Indian standards should become synonymous with international standards.
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