Kohima, March 14 (MTNews): Kohima Law College observed “World Consumer Rights Day” a day ahead on Monday. The speakers presented topics on various areas towards promotion and protection of consumers’ rights. A press release from the Media Cell said that the importance of observing World Consumer Rights Day in the country, especially Nagaland, is beneficial to the citizens as it creates better awareness which is still lacking. “The day reminds the citizens to remember their rights and responsibilities as a consumer,” it said. It also said that an alert consumer is an asset to the nation and that the government of Nagaland is expected to give more importance to observing the day.
The press release said that a vigilant consumer can contribute in reducing the problem of sub-standard, defective goods, deficiency in services, adulteration, unfair trade practices, etc to a large extent. “The responsibility for the promotion and protection of consumer rights rests with all of us and more particularly with governmental agencies,” it said.