Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, emphasized that quality must form the cornerstone of India’s manufacturing and export growth. Speaking at the National Quality Conclave, organized by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) in collaboration with the Quality Council of India (QCI), he highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Zero Defect, Zero Effect” vision is central to driving the nation’s development objectives.
Goyal stated that India’s ambition to become a $30–35 trillion economy by 2047 hinges on producing high-quality goods and achieving inclusive growth. He underlined the importance of building “Brand India” around three core principles: quality, reliability, and competitiveness. According to the minister, reaching the country’s export target of $2 trillion will require balanced growth in both merchandise and services sectors, achievable only if Indian products meet global quality benchmarks.
He also pointed out that India’s nine Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with 38 developed nations offer significant opportunities to expand exports. However, industries must scale production to international quality standards to fully leverage these agreements. Goyal called for a coordinated effort among government bodies, industry leaders, and regulators to institutionalize quality practices throughout the manufacturing ecosystem.
By embedding quality at every stage, India can strengthen its reputation as a trusted global manufacturing hub, enhance competitiveness in international markets, and support sustainable, long-term economic growth. The minister’s remarks positioned quality not just as a compliance metric, but as a strategic lever to transform India’s economy and fulfill its global ambitions.
