BIS organises standardisation event in Ajnala

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Jammu and Kashmir branch office (JKBO), conducted a sensitisation programme for Sarpanchs, Panchs and panchayat secretaries at the Ajnala block office in the district.

The event was organised under the guidance of Dr Sandeep Malhotra, District Development and Panchayat Officer, Amritsar, in the presence of Sukhjit Singh, BDPO, Ajnala, who commended the initiative. The programme aimed to raise awareness about BIS standardisation and its role in enhancing governance and public service delivery at the grassroots level.

Around 50 panchayat representatives actively participated in the session, gaining valuable insights into the importance of adhering to quality standards in rural governance.

Kamaljit Ghai, resource person, highlighted the significance of standardisation in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of panchayats. He explained how adopting BIS standards can enhance rural infrastructure and ensure consumer safety.

The session was coordinated by Ashish Kumar Dwivedi, Standard Promotion Officer, BIS JKBO, who introduced the BIS Care App to the participants.