Speaking at the event, Joshi highlighted the Indian government’s commitment to providing safe, reliable, and high-quality products to its citizens, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Vikas and Sabka Prayas.” He emphasized the significance of Quality Control Orders (QCOs) in building a robust quality ecosystem.
Joshi cited the growth in QCOs from 14 covering 106 products in 2014 to 186 covering 760 products today as evidence of the government’s dedication. He also highlighted the successful hallmarking of over 44.28 crore articles of gold, jewelry, and artifacts and urged BIS to consider hallmarking silver due to consumer demand.
The Minister commended BIS for its legacy of upholding quality, trust, and excellence, stating that BIS Quality Marks have become symbols of trust across various sectors promoting agriculture, manufacturing, and technology. He also launched a state-of-the-art studio, outreach material, and test method videos during the event.
Joshi also emphasized the importance of making quality products with zero defects that are sustainable, ecofriendly, and have zero effect on the environment, quoting Prime Minister Modi’s vision of “Zero Defect, Zero Effect.” He further stated that India’s progress will be decided by its own standards, which are not only globally recognized but also locally impactful.
Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare and BIS Director General Pramod Kumar Tiwari were also present at the event. Khare acknowledged BIS’s contributions, while Tiwari emphasized the organization’s commitment to innovation and progress through embracing technology and creativity.
BIS also formalized collaborations with several academic institutions, including IIT Tirupati, IIT Bhubaneswar, IIM Nagpur, NIT Warangal, and IIFT Delhi, through Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs). These partnerships aim to foster innovation, improve industry practices, and promote sustainable development goals.