QCI organized a Leader’s Forum – “Gunvatta Manthan,” led by Dr. A. Raj, CEO, NBQP–QCI, in collaboration with AISHTMA - All India Skin And Hide Tanners And Merchants Association, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on June 11, 2026, under the NQC Series 1 roadmap to deliberate on upcoming initiatives and enhance awareness of the quality ecosystem among stakeholders in the leather and footwear industry. The forum witnessed active participation from associations, industry representatives, and quality professionals across clusters, highlighting the role of NABL-accredited laboratories, ZED Certification, and Lean implementation in driving productivity, efficiency, quality, and sustainable growth. QCI sincerely appreciates the support of AISHTMA and all participating organizations in strengthening a culture of quality and excellence within the MSME ecosystem. We extend our gratitude to Padmashri Dr. M. Rafeeque Ahmed, President, AISHTMA; Shri M. Faiyaz Ahmed, Honorary Secretary, AISHTMA; and Shri R. Ramesh Prasad, Honorary Treasurer, AISHTMA, for their gracious presence and support. @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan | Aishwarya Raj

Strengthening quality-led growth in Bharat’s footwear sector. Quality Council of India (QCI) and Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) signed an MoU to strengthen the quality, testing, accreditation and skilling ecosystem across Bharat’s leather and footwear clusters. The MoU was signed in the presence of Shri Chakravarthy T. Kannan, Secretary General, QCI, and Shri Vivek Sharma, Managing Director, FDDI. The collaboration will focus on capacity building, worker assessment and certification, laboratory capability enhancement, cluster-specific training, MSME awareness and improved access to testing and accreditation support. The partnership marks an important step towards building a more competitive, skilled and quality-driven footwear ecosystem in Bharat. @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @fddiofficial | Vivek Sharma | @ct_kannan

Today, the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH), a constituent board of QCI, and the General Insurance Council (GIC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding, marking the beginning of a transformative partnership to advance quality-driven healthcare and health insurance in India. By bringing together the nation’s leading healthcare quality body and the collective voice of the general insurance industry, this collaboration seeks to embed quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement at the core of healthcare delivery and financing. Key areas of cooperation will include capacity building, knowledge sharing, and initiatives that promote higher standards across the healthcare ecosystem. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to making quality healthcare more accessible, affordable, transparent, and accountable—for insurers, healthcare providers, and above all, the millions of patients they serve. Together, NABH and GIC will work towards building a stronger, more resilient healthcare system where quality is not an aspiration, but a standard. @NABH_QCI | @GICouncilIndia | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan

From strengthening quality ecosystems to driving excellence across sectors, 4,399 days of transformative leadership continue to shape a stronger, more resilient, and future-ready Bharat. #LongestServingElectedPMModi @narendramodi

In his special address during the session on Ease of Doing Business: Compliance, Standards & Regulatory Convergence, Shri Vinamra Mishra (IRSME), Joint Secretary, Ministry of MSME, highlighted the need to integrate quality and accreditation more deeply into the Ease of Doing Business ecosystem. He spoke about ongoing efforts to provide greater recognition and regulatory benefits to ZED-certified MSMEs, including potential waivers, simplified compliance processes, and enhanced market access opportunities. He emphasised that trusted quality certifications should reduce procedural burdens while enabling enterprises to focus on growth, innovation, and competitiveness. He also underscored the importance of stronger collaboration between the Ministry of MSME, QCI, and NABL to support MSMEs with robust quality infrastructure, helping them strengthen supply chain participation and expand their footprint in global markets. @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | Vinamra Mishra | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan | @NABL_QCI | @NABCB_QCI

At the session "Made in India: Accreditation as the Export Competitiveness Backbone", Dr. Ravi P. Singh, Chairperson, NABCB, highlighted the critical role of accreditation in strengthening Bharat’s position as a trusted global trading partner. He emphasised that as Bharat advances towards becoming an export-led economy, industries must increasingly align with international standards and quality requirements to navigate evolving global trade dynamics. He noted that the Made in India brand must be underpinned by accredited certification, testing, and conformity assessment systems that inspire confidence across international markets. Underscoring the growing importance of quality infrastructure, he called for accreditation to be more closely integrated with trade and policy frameworks, enabling greater global acceptance of Bharat’s products and services. #WAD2026 @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan | @NABL_QCI | @RaviPSingh | @NABCB_QCI

In his keynote address at the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, Shri Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Secretary, DPIIT, highlighted the critical role of accreditation in strengthening trust, competitiveness, and Brand Bharat. He emphasised that quality and accreditation are not merely compliance mechanisms, but strategic enablers of market access, brand building, and manufacturing growth. He noted that as confidence in accredited products grows across global markets, Bharat's brands gain greater recognition, further strengthening the nation's reputation as a trusted source of quality products and services. He also called upon the accreditation ecosystem and QCI to continue advancing quality with renewed vigour, reinforcing trust in Indian products and supporting Bharat's journey towards becoming a globally competitive manufacturing hub. #WAD2026 @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @Amardeep2009 | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan | @NABL_QCI | @NABCB_QCI

In his context-setting address at the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, Shri Chakravarthy T. Kannan, Secretary General, QCI, reflected on the evolving role of accreditation in supporting Bharat’s aspirations of becoming a trusted global manufacturing and innovation hub. Speaking on this year’s theme, Innovation, Trust & Sustainability: The Power of Accreditation, he highlighted that while innovation drives progress and sustainability secures the future, trust remains the foundation that connects them both. He underscored the need for accreditation frameworks to evolve alongside emerging technologies, strengthen sustainability efforts, and build confidence in products, processes, and systems. He also outlined QCI’s continued efforts to make quality and accreditation more accessible, scalable, and future-ready through outreach, stakeholder engagement, and technology-led initiatives. #WAD2026 @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan

The World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations have commenced. This year’s theme, Innovation, Trust & Sustainability: The Power of Accreditation, highlights the critical role of accreditation in strengthening confidence, enabling innovation, supporting sustainable growth, and enhancing Bharat’s global competitiveness. As the national custodian of quality, QCI is proud to convene policymakers, industry leaders, quality professionals, and stakeholders to explore how accreditation can drive exports, enable ease of doing business, and strengthen Bharat’s quality ecosystem. . . . @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | Amardeep Singh Bhatia | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan | @RamanandNShukla | @NABL_QCI | Venkateswaran N. | @NABCB_QCI

A product made in a small town in India, tested in a NABL-accredited laboratory, cleared for export to global markets. That’s not just a supply chain; that’s accreditation at work, transforming local ambition into global trust. This World Accreditation Day, NABL celebrates the role of accreditation in strengthening India’s journey from local manufacturing to global aspiration. 📅 9 June 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM IST 🌍 Virtual | Multi-sector | Packed with insights #LocalToGlobal #AccreditedLocallyTrustedGlobally #WAD2026 #NABL #MakeInIndia #ExportIndia #WorldAccreditationDay2026 @SANDIPSHAH1309 | @ct_kannan | @RamanandNShukla | @QualityCouncil

The Earth's signals are loud and clear. Every action towards sustainability matters. Every commitment counts. Every step today helps secure a better tomorrow. The time to act is now. #WorldEnvironmentDay #Sustainability @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan

A story of innovation. A foundation of trust. A commitment to sustainability. On World Accreditation Day 2026, discover how accreditation powers confidence in products, services, and systems that shape our everyday lives. Stay tuned. #WAD2026 #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026ForQualityBharat @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan | @NABL_QCI | @NABCB_QCI

Get ready to celebrate the power of accreditation on World Accreditation Day 2026. From local factories to global markets, accreditation strengthens innovation, trust, and sustainability, powering confidence in Made in India products across the world. Join QCI on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, as we celebrate the power of accreditation in building Quality Bharat, Viksit Bharat. #WAD2026 #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #AccreditationMatters #QualityMatters @narendramodi | @PiyushGoyal | @CimGOI | @DPIITGoI | @ct_kannan

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