The Quality Council of India (QCI), in collaboration with the state government, organised Gunvatta Sankalp Nagaland at Hotel Vivor, Kohima on Thursday to support the state’s efforts in driving quality-led growth across key sectors.
The one-day event served as a dynamic platform, bringing together senior government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to drive meaningful discussions and forge partnerships aimed at elevating quality standards in healthcare, education & skilling, industry & MSMEs, and tourism.
The inaugural session was attended by Tourism and Higher Education minister Temjen Imna Along, along with chief secretary Dr J Alam, commissioner & secretary to chief minister Kesonyu Yhome, QCI chairperson Jaxay Shah and secretary general Chakravarty Kannan, marking the beginning of a strategic dialogue on embedding quality at the grassroots level.
In his keynote address, Along remarked that the people of Nagaland could set new standards of quality for the nation. With the pursuit of excellence and quality being at the heart of the progress, he affirmed that Nagaland was committed to partnering in this journey.
He said the aspirations of the common people defined the quality of Nagaland, describing them as the true brand ambassadors of the state. Expressing gratitude to QCI, Alam said the council’s roadmap would further strengthen Nagaland’s growth journey, acknowledging that quality and accreditation were crucial, especially after Nagaland achieved universal healthcare.
As credible lab testing for mines was required in the state, he mentioned that QCI’s expertise would support multiple sectors and accelerate the state’s development goals.
Highlighting the role of Gunvatta Sankalp in empowering states through quality-driven reforms, the QCI chairperson described Nagaland as a state that valued sustainability, entrepreneurship, and excellence, “qualities that make it a role model not only for India but for the world”.
He said the QCI firmly believed that Viksit Bharat was not possible without a Viksit Nagaland. He expressed confidence that through the discussions at Gunvatta Sankalp, new pathways would be uncovered to embed quality into Nagaland’s journey towards a developed future.
He assured that the QCI would support, collaborate, and ensure that Nagaland’s unique identity and strengths were amplified through quality-driven initiatives.
Yhome described Infrastructure, especially roads and connectivity, as a key element to Nagaland’s development. He said the challenges in rural road sector highlighted the need for quality in construction, urging the QCI to support the state in addressing these issues and driving progress in this crucial sector.
Speaking on the occasion, Kannan underscored the role of quality in transforming governance and services, stating, “As part of Viksit Bharat 2047, the Quality Council of India will collaborate with Nagaland to build a robust quality ecosystem. This initiative will drive excellence across key sectors, including healthcare, MSME, education, and tourism, fostering sustainable growth and development.
Gunvatta Sankalp Nagaland marks a crucial step in supporting and amplifying the state’s efforts to strengthen quality standards across sectors. With engaging discussions, insights, and shared commitments, the initiative aimed to support the government, industries, and communities in enhancing quality consciousness. Aligned with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, it reinforced Nagaland’s journey toward a high-quality, sustainable, and globally competitive future.
The QCI is a premier autonomous body set up by central government, and is responsible for creating a quality mindset. It envisions ensuring quality across products and services that touch every citizen.
As an independent and autonomous body, the QCI has created a mechanism for independent third-party assessments of products, services, and processes, coordinating activities through its constituent boards and divisions. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, serves as the nodal point for QCI. This was stated in a press release.