New Delhi, May 22 -- The Indian government is planning to mandate stringent quality control standards for 11 key textile product categories used in the construction sector, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.
The proposed Quality Control Orders (QCOs) aim to elevate safety benchmarks for protective clothing, scaffolding nets, ropes, tarpaulins and related goods employed by workers and professionals on building sites, reported Mint.
This regulatory move forms part of broader governmental efforts to curb the influx of inexpensive and potentially substandard imports, particularly from China.
Authorities view enhancing quality control measures as crucial for bolstering India's competitiveness in global manufacturing su...