**Executive Summary**
The Western Regional Office of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) celebrated BIS Foundation Day on January 6, 2026, in Mumbai. The event's theme was "Strengthening India's Quality Ecosystem through Standards". Various dignitaries and speakers highlighted the importance of standards, collaboration, and quality in enhancing India's global competitiveness.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Overview:**
* BIS Foundation Day was celebrated on January 6, 2026.
* The event was held at Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, SEEPZ, Andheri (East), Mumbai.
* The theme was "Strengthening India's Quality Ecosystem through Standards".
* **Speakers and Addresses:**
* Prof. Milind Atrey (IIT Bombay) emphasized the role of standards in technological advancement.
* Shri V. Gopinath (BIS) highlighted BIS's role in strengthening quality infrastructure.
* Shri Anant Sharma, Shri Mahendra Mehta, and Shri Shabbir Gabajiwala provided consumer and industry perspectives.
* **Technical Sessions:**
* Shri Praveen Kumar (BIS) discussed the Hallmarking Scheme.
* Shri Vijay K. Singh (BIS) spoke about Management Systems Certification.
* Dr. Anil Kapri (BIS) shared insights on the Future of Standardization.
* Shri Sheetal Patil (BIS) presented the Journey and Evolution of BIS.
* **Acknowledgements:**
* A felicitation ceremony acknowledged contributions to standardization.
* Mr. Pinaki Gupta (BIS) thanked dignitaries, speakers, and attendees.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Indian Industries**
* **Impact:** Emphasized the importance of industry participation in standards development and implementation.
* **Action Required:** Engage with BIS to address emerging market challenges and contribute to standards development.
**Stakeholder: Consumers**
* **Impact:** Addressed consumer protection, transparency, and trust in the Hallmarking Scheme and the need for continuous engagement with BIS.
* **Action Required:** Familiarize themselves with Indian Standards and utilize the Hallmarking Scheme for Gold and Silver Jewellery.
**Stakeholder: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)**
* **Impact:** Showcased BIS's role in strengthening quality infrastructure through standardization, certification, and stakeholder engagement.
* **Action Required:** Continue promoting standardization and quality practices and engaging with stakeholders.
**Stakeholder: Academia**
* **Impact:** Highlighted the importance of collaboration between academia, industry, and standards bodies.
* **Action Required:** Enhance collaboration with industry and standards bodies to drive technological advancement and sustainable development.
Key Entities Referenced
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS): The central entity responsible for standardization, certification, and marking activities in India.
Hallmarking Scheme: A scheme delivered by BIS, emphasizing consumer protection, transparency, and trust while buying Gold and Silver Jewellery.
Mumbai: Location of the Western Regional Office of BIS, where the BIS Foundation Day celebration occurred.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Bureau of Indian Standards Celebrates
Foundation Day
प्रव तथ: 06 JAN 2026 6:46PM by PIB Mumbai
Mumbai : 6 January 2026
The Western Regional Office of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) celebrated BIS Foundation Day
today, (January 6, 2026). An event was organized for this occasion at Bharat Ratnam – Mega CFC,
SEEPZ, in Andheri (East), Mumbai. The theme of the event was "Strengthening India's Quality Ecosystem
through Standards".
Prof. Milind Atrey, Deputy Director, IIT Bombay, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and delivered
the inaugural address. He emphasized the crucial role of standards in driving technological advancement,
innovation, and sustainable development. He highlighted the importance of collaboration between
academia, industry, and standards bodies to enhance India’s global competitiveness.Shri V. Gopinath, Deputy Director General (Western Region), BIS, delivered the welcome address and
highlighted the pivotal role played by BIS in strengthening the quality infrastructure of the country
through effective standardization, certification, and stakeholder engagement. He also emphasized the
importance of industry participation in standards development and implementation.
Shri Anant Sharma, National President, Consumers Confederation of India and BIS Executive Council
(EC) Member, Shri Mahendra Mehta, Senior Vice President, Bombay Metal Exchange (BME) ; and Shri
Shabbir Gabajiwala, President, (The All India Toy Manufacturer’s Association (TAITMA) were the Guests
of Honour for the programme. They shared consumer & industry perspectives on the relevance of Indian
Standards, quality compliance, and the need for continuous engagement with BIS to address emerging
market and technological challenges and consumer protection.
The programme featured technical sessions highlighting key areas of BIS activities and future direction.
Shri Praveen Kumar, Scientist-F, BIS, delivered a session on the Hallmarking Scheme, emphasizing
consumer protection, transparency, and trust while buying Gold and Silver Jewellery. Shri Vijay K. Singh,
Scientist-E, BIS, spoke on Management Systems Certification and its role in improving organizational
efficiency and excellence. Dr. Anil Kapri, Scientist-E & Head, Western Regional Laboratory, BIS, shared
insights on the Future of Standardization, focusing on emerging technologies, innovation, and global
harmonization of standards. Shri Sheetal Patil, Scientist-D, BIS, presented the Journey and Evolution of
BIS, outlining its milestones and contributions to nation-building.
A felicitation ceremony was held during the event to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of
various stakeholders associated with BIS in promoting standardization and quality practices.Mr. Pinaki Gupta, Head and Director, Scientist-E, of the Bureau of Indian Standards' Mumbai branch,
thanked all the dignitaries, speakers, and attendees for their presence and cooperation.
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