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World Standards Day 2025: Government Initiatives to Enhance Quality Control

Official Press

14 Oct 2025

On World Standards Day 2025, Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi announced the harmonization of Quality Control Orders (QCOs) to combat substandard goods while supporting the MSME sector. He emphasized the importance of standards in ensuring safety, quality, and trust, and highlighted India's progress in aligning national standards with global benchmarks. Key initiatives launched include the National Lighting Code of India: 2025, a pilot project for hallmarking jewellery, and the integration of laboratory equipment with a digital management system. The event underscored the government's commitment to quality and sustainability in products and services.

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