Centre frames draft rules for gas meters under Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011
The Department of Consumer Affairs said on 14 April 2025 that it has framed draft rules making testing, verification and stamping mandatory for all domestic, commercial and industrial gas meters before use in trade and commerce.
Summary
The Department of Consumer Affairs has framed draft rules for gas meters under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011, it said on 14 April 2025. The rules make it mandatory for all gas meters used for domestic, commercial and industrial purposes to undergo testing, verification and stamping before use in trade and commerce, and also prescribe re-verification of meters in use. The aim is accurate, transparent and reliable gas measurement, preventing overcharging or under-measurement and reducing disputes. The framework is aligned with international best practices and OIML standards.
Key facts
- Framework
- Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011
- Applies to
- Domestic, commercial and industrial gas meters
- Requirement
- Testing, verification and stamping before use; periodic re-verification
- Aligned with
- OIML / international best practice
Practice MCQs 1 questions
In April 2025, the Department of Consumer Affairs framed draft rules mandating testing, verification and stamping of gas meters under which framework?
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Correct answer: D — Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011
Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011; the draft rules cover domestic, commercial and industrial gas meters.