Study Finds Quality Control Orders Increase Costs and Challenges for MSMEs in India
A CSEP study highlights that India's Quality Control Orders (QCOs), especially on intermediate goods in the chemical sector, have increased costs and supply-chain challenges for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Former Planning Commission chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia and industry representatives noted that while QCOs aim to ensure quality and safety, their rapid expansion has created compliance burdens and may hinder competitiveness. Experts urged broader consultation and active industry engagement to balance regulation with ease of doing business.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (38–56/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 23 Jul, 02:42 pm. Other outlets followed.