Footwear Industry Appeals for Government Intervention to Support MSMEs Amid Concerns Over BIS Standards
The footwear industry has voiced its concerns over the recently introduced quality standards, making Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) mandatory for all types of footwear except Hawai slippers, sandals, and sports shoes, which will be exempted until December 31, 2023. According to the industry, the current standards and implementation directions lack scientific basis and practicality. […]