Legal Metrology Rules 2011

Fix first-time lapses, face action later: Centre eases metrology rules

The Department of Consumer Affairs on Monday said it has introduced an "Improvement Notice" mechanism under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, allowing businesses to rectify first-time procedural non-compliances before facing penal action. The change has been effected through the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026, as part of the government's Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) agenda. Under the mechanism, a Legal Metrology Officer detecting a specified first-time procedural or regulatory lapse may issue an Improvement Notice, identifying the deficiency and providing a reasonable time to correct it. If the entity complies within the prescribed period, penal proceedings can be avoided. "Failure to comply with the Improvement Notice or repeated non-compliance will continue to attract action in accordance with the provisions of the Legal Metrology Act," the department said in a statement. The reform applies to manufacturers, importers, packers, dealers, repairers, traders, MSMEs an

Centre drafts new rules for gas meters under legal metrology framework

These rules make it mandatory for all gas meters used for domestic, commercial, and industrial purposes to undergo testing, verification and stamping prior to their use in trade and commerce

Govt deploys advanced tech to enhance oversight over retail fuel outlets

To enhance regulatory oversight of retail fuel outlets, the government has implemented a comprehensive monitoring system leveraging cutting-edge technologies, according to a Parliamentary report tabled on Monday. The monitoring framework integrates advanced technologies including OTP-based calibration, magnetic self-destructive pulsers, and digital payment systems, enabling real-time data analytics across the country's fuel distribution network. The action taken report by the standing committee on consumer affairs, food and public distribution revealed that the monitoring system has been expanded nationwide, with special emphasis on high-risk areas. The regulatory mechanism, developed under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, provides a robust oversight framework. "By adhering to the provisions of the Act and leveraging modern monitoring tools, the government aims to enhance regulatory oversight, protect consumer interests, and foster a fair and

Relief for directors of retail firms as govt amends Legal Metrology rules

The government has pointed out that the changes are being made as part of the ease of doing business

Amendments in Legal Metrology Rules, 2011: Confusion is in the label

The new labelling and packaging requirements are posing implementation challenges for businesses