RAJSHAHI, Oct 14, 2024 (BSS) - Experts at a participatory discussion here today unequivocally called for giving utmost emphasis on following precise standards in every spheres of life for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
 
In order to achieve these goals, the cooperation of various public and private partners, the use of all the available tools, including the conformity assessment and international standards, is urgently required.
 
In the present context, unhygienic, spurious and substandard consumer products and the food in particular is being adjudged as the breeding point of various non-infectious diseases like cancer, stroke, cardiac arrest and kidney ailments.
 
Regional Office of Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institutions (BSTI) organised the discussion at its office conference hall in observance of the World Standard Day-2024.
 
World Standards Day 2024 invites everyone to participate in a global conversation about the vital role of standards in fostering a sustainable future. This year's theme is to share a vision for a better world.
 
Commissioner of Rajshahi division Dr Dewan Muhammad Humayun Kabir addressed the meeting as the chief guest with BSTI Deputy Director Jahura Shikder was in the chair.
 
Additional Deputy Inspector General of Police Saiful Islam, Additional Deputy Commissioner Jobayer Hossain and President of Rajshahi Chamber of Commerce and Industries Masudur Rahman also spoke on the occasion.
 
Prof Rashed Kabir from the Department of Finance and Banking at Rajshahi University illustrated the significance of the day apart from the importance of maintaining quality and best handling practices in the consumer products in his multimedia presentation.
 
Disseminating his expertise on the theme, he highlighted the aspects of ensuring quality and standard everywhere in civic life.
 
Chief Guest Dr Humayun Kabir suggested improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of their operations, complying with legislative and regulatory requirements, safeguarding health and protecting the environment.
 
He called upon the BSTI to intensify its market inspection and monitoring activities to tackle adulteration and stop the marketing of fake and substandard products.