The move is part of the phased implementation of mandatory hallmarking being carried out by the Bureau of Indian Standards to ensure the purity of gold jewellery and protect consumer interests.
The state-wise list of newly added 55 districts under the mandatory hallmarking is available on the website of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the hallmarking section.
According to a statement from the department of consumer affairs, the department held a meeting on January 18, 2023 with all stakeholders on the issue.
New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): The second phase of the mandatory hallmarking vide hallmarking of Gold jewellery and Gold Artefacts (Amendment) Order, 2022 will come into force from June 1.