Kohima: Nagaland Industrial Development Corporation Chairperson Kvulo Lorin has officially called for an end to passive business seminars. He urged local entrepreneurs to shift their focus toward generating tangible economic outputs and measurable growth. Speaking at a sensitisation programme for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, Lorin emphasized that the era of general discussion must conclude. "We don't need any more sensitisation programmes. We need actual results and output now," he stated.
To ensure progress, the NIDC plans to actively monitor how many attendees begin the Bureau of Indian Standards certification process. The organization intends to track participants by name and publicly report figures on how many businesses commit to these standards within the next 90 days. The corporation aims to act as a single window facilitation point, helping local enterprises navigate complex regulatory requirements and connecting them with financing resources if certification fees create a barrier.
The initiative specifically targets food processing units, cane and bamboo producers, textile enterprises, and construction suppliers. Shouvik Chanda, Director of the BIS Guwahati Branch Office, noted that obtaining certification is a vital step for local companies looking to expand their reach beyond Nagaland. Standardisation helps businesses enter broader national markets while ensuring consumer protection. NIDC General Manager Temjenyanger Jamir added that standardisation is no longer optional, noting that local manufacturers struggle to penetrate organized markets without official quality credentials.
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