Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: India is very focused on sustainability as the pillar of growth, as the country believes in learning from the developed world — particularly from the high-quality standards that have helped economies across the globe to grow and prosper, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on September 15. Goyal emphasised that such high standards are central to India’s own growth as the world’s fastest-growing large economy.
“Sustainability is non-negotiable in India’s growth journey,” he said in his address at the inauguration of the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) General Meeting and Exhibition, organised by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The minister underlined that good standards are the need of the hour for a developing country like India, as they provide the foundation for growth both at the national level and for contributing to international progress.
“Harmonising global standards not only enhances product quality but also facilitates free trade, opens markets, and promotes wider international collaboration,” he said. Such initiatives will help expand open markets, encourage free and fair trade, and provide a level playing field for businesses, he added. Referring to the participation of international experts at the event, he expressed confidence that they would delve into new ideas and explore ways forward to promote the adoption of standards.
