Shillong, July 26th, 2024: The Directorate of Commerce and Industries today hosted a One-day advocacy program and interactive session on enforcing the Competition Act, 2002, in collaboration with the Competition Commission of India Advocacy. Senior officials from various departments attended the event, held at the conference hall of the Directorate.
Addressing the event, Commissioner and Secretary of Commerce and Industries, Shri. Pravin Bakshi said that the program aimed to familiarize participants with the Competition Commission of India’s (CCI) functions. The CCI, under Section 49(3) of the Competition Act, 2002, has been conducting advocacy measures like workshops, seminars, and training for stakeholders, including central and state officials.
Former IAS officer Shri B. Hajong presented a detailed overview of the Act’s aspects. The Competition Act, 2002, establishes a Commission to prevent anti-competitive practices, promote and sustain market competition, protect consumer interests, and ensure freedom of trade, considering India’s economic development.
