WIKA India signs strategic pact with QCI for MSME growth

By Staff Report July 3, 2025 3:17 pm IST

WIKA India partners with the Quality Council of India to enhance the quality, productivity, and competitiveness of MSMEs through key national initiatives.

WIKA Instruments India Pvt. Ltd. has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Quality Council of India (QCI) at the MSME Day event held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Organised as part of the Government of India’s official programme, this partnership is aimed at boosting the quality and competitiveness of MSME suppliers and manufacturers nationwide.

The MoU was signed in the distinguished presence of the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, the Hon’ble Minister of MSME, Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi, as well as senior officials from the Ministry of MSME, KVIC, and other key organisations.

Gaurav Bawa, Senior Vice President at WIKA India, represented the company in a panel discussion focused on enhancing competitiveness through quality initiatives. His inputs added to the ongoing national dialogue on driving improvements in the MSME sector. This collaboration supports the Ministry’s efforts in implementing the ZED (Zero Defect Zero Effect) Certification and the MSME Competitive LEAN Scheme across the country.

The partnership stands out as one of the key alliances announced during the event, reaffirming WIKA India’s commitment to advancing quality, sustainability, and competitiveness within the MSME ecosystem.

Gaurav Bawa commented, “This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to building a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the MSME sector. By working together, we can help drive meaningful progress in productivity and sustainability. We sincerely thank the Ministry of MSME, QCI, and all stakeholders for this opportunity to contribute to Udyami Bharat.”