BIS Dehradun

✨🇮🇳 Empowering Consumers for a Quality Bharat! 🇮🇳✨

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Dehradun, celebrated World Consumer Rights Day 2026 with a grand awareness program and a specialized "Manak Manthan" session! 🛡️⚖️

🗓️ 17 March 2026
📍 Hotel Regenta, Dehradun

🌟 Event Highlights:
Chief Guest Insight: We were honored to have Shri Anand Swarup, IAS (Secretary, Consumer Affairs), who emphasized that the joint efforts of institutions, industries, and citizens are vital for robust consumer protection.

Distinguished Guests: The event was graced by Brigadier K. G. Behl, Shri Pankaj Gupta (President, IAU), Dr. S. Farooq (Chairman, Himalayan Wellness Co.), and Shri Harendra Garg (President, SMAU), who lauded the role of BIS in ensuring national quality.

Leadership Address: Shri Saurabh Tiwari (Director & Head, BIS Dehradun) highlighted the mission of the Department of Consumer Affairs and urged everyone to use the BIS Care App to verify product authenticity and voice grievances.

📦 Manak Manthan Technical Session:
A dedicated session was held on IS 16984:2024 (Coated Folding Box Board for Packaging of General Consumer Products). Shri Sachin Menon (Scientist-D) joined virtually to explain the critical role of standardized packaging in ensuring product safety and consumer trust.

With over 120 participants, including industry leaders, academics, and government officials, the day concluded with a collective resolve to make quality a non-negotiable right for every consumer! 🇮🇳✨

✨🇮🇳 Strengthening Industry, Safeguarding Consumers! 🇮🇳✨

On the occasion of World Consumer Rights Day, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Dehradun, in association with the SIIDCUL Manufacturers Association of Uttarakhand (SMAU), organized a high-impact Industry Meet! 🏭⚖️

🗓️ 16 March 2026
📍 Garden View Hotel, Haridwar

🌟 Event Highlights:
Inaugural Vision: Shri Saurabh Tiwari (Director & Head, BIS Dehradun) opened the session by emphasizing how standardization is the bridge between consumer safety and a thriving manufacturing sector. He shared crucial insights on MSME incentives and the "Handholding Support" provided by the Government to help industries achieve BIS certification.

Industry Collaboration: Dr. Harinder Garg (SMAU) and Shri Kamal Kishore Kataria (Regional Manager, SIIDCUL) joined as guests, praising the synergy between regulatory bodies and industrial stakeholders in improving regional manufacturing practices.

Technical Session: Smt. Neelam Singh (Joint Director, BIS) delivered an in-depth presentation on standards for Paper and Plastic-based Packaging, detailing certification procedures and the importance of Quality Control Orders (QCOs).

🛡️ Our Commitment:
With over 40 industry representatives from across Haridwar, the session focused on:
✅ Product Certification Schemes (Mandatory & Voluntary).
✅ Compliance with the latest Indian Standards.
✅ Utilizing digital tools on BIS portals for ease of doing business.

The meet concluded with a vibrant Q&A session, reinforcing our mission to make "Quality" the hallmark of Uttarakhand's industry. Together, we are building a safer and more reliable marketplace for every consumer! 🇮🇳✨

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Empowering every citizen through quality and trust, BIS Dehradun wishes you a secure and informed World Consumer Rights Day 2026!

✨🌍♀️ Happy International Women's Day 2026 ♀️🌍✨

Mission: A Quality-Conscious India! 🇮🇳✨

Yesterday, the Consumer Awareness Bharat Yatra made a powerful impact at the BIS Dehradun Branch Office (DHBO). Led by the "Consumer Man of India," Dr. Anant Sharma (National Chairman, CCI), the session brought together key stakeholders to bridge the gap between regulatory standards and consumer rights.

Inside the Meeting:

🧠 Expert Dialogue: In-depth discussions with DHBO resource persons on the latest quality benchmarks.

🤝 Collaboration: Aligning CCI’s nationwide network with BIS initiatives to protect every Indian household.

📢 Media Briefing: Engaging with the press to amplify the message of Jago Grahak Jago across the region.

From Hallmarking to grievance redressal, we are ensuring that every consumer is empowered, educated, and heard.

✨🇮🇳 Mission: A Quality-Conscious India! 🇮🇳✨

Yesterday, the Consumer Awareness Bharat Yatra made a powerful impact at the BIS Dehradun Branch Office (DHBO). Led by the "Consumer Man of India," Dr. Anant Sharma (National Chairman, CCI), the session brought together key stakeholders to bridge the gap between regulatory standards and consumer rights.

Inside the Meeting:

🧠 Expert Dialogue: In-depth discussions with DHBO resource persons on the latest quality benchmarks.

🤝 Collaboration: Aligning CCI’s nationwide network with BIS initiatives to protect every Indian household.

📢 Media Briefing: Engaging with the press to amplify the message of Jago Grahak Jago across the region.

From Hallmarking to grievance redressal, we are ensuring that every consumer is empowered, educated, and heard.

✨ BIS Dehradun wishes you a Happy Holi 2026!✨

✨🇮🇳 Scaling New Heights with Safety & Standards! 🇮🇳✨

🗓️ 27 February 2026
📍 Hotel Regenta, Dehradun

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Dehradun, successfully hosted a high-level "Manak Manthan" on IS 21101:2014 — Adventure Tourism Safety Management Systems. 🏔️🪂

With Uttarakhand being a global hub for adventure sports, ensuring the safety of every thrill-seeker through rigorous standardization is our top priority!

🌟 Event Highlights:
Chief Guest Insight: Shri Abhishek Ruhela (Addl. Secretary, Tourism, Uttarakhand) emphasized that strict SOPs and risk management are vital to establishing the state as a safe and responsible international adventure destination.

Visionary Leadership: Shri Saurabh Tiwari (Director & Head, BIS Dehradun) highlighted how IS 21101 provides a robust, risk-based framework specifically designed for mountainous terrains and diverse adventure activities.

Technical Depth: Shri Ravindra Dogra (NIWS, Goa) conducted a masterclass on risk assessment, emergency response, and the necessity of certified guides and regular equipment audits.

Industry Support: Distinguished guests Shri Pankaj Gupta (President, IAU) and Shri Harendra Garg (President, SMAU) shared industry perspectives on safety compliance.

🛡️ Why IS 21101:2014 Matters?
This standard isn't just a document; it’s a culture of safety. From river rafting to trekking, it ensures:
✅ Standardized Operating Procedures (SOPs)
✅ Effective Rescue Plans & Mock Drills
✅ Continuous Performance Evaluation

Over 100 stakeholders, including operators, regulators, and agencies, joined us to pledge their commitment to making Uttarakhand's adventure tourism safe, sustainable, and world-class! 🇮🇳✨

✨🇮🇳 Powering Innovation with Standards! 🇮🇳✨

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Student Chapters at the Department of Hydro and Renewable Energy (HRED) and Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Roorkee, successfully organized a high-impact workshop on the “Role of BIS Standards in Energy and Chemical Sectors”!

🗓️ 07 February 2026
📍 HRED Auditorium, IIT Roorkee

🌟 Key Highlights:
Inaugural Address: Prof. Sunil Kumar Singal (Head, HRED) welcomed the gathering, followed by Prof. Deepak Kare, who underscored the vital collaboration between BIS and IIT Roorkee.

Expert Insights: Prof. Pradip K. Maji shared profound insights on the role of standards in Material Engineering, while Prof. Sonal K. Thengane discussed their critical application in the Energy and Chemical sectors.

Student Leadership: Mr. Chunendra Kumar Singh (HRED Club Mentor) shared experiences from past club activities, inspiring the new cohort of standard-bearers.

🏆 Interactive Quiz & Winners:
The session featured an enthusiastic quiz for 32 participants with exciting prizes! Congratulations to our winners:

🥇 Arnav Raj – ₹4,000
🥈 Sneha Kumari – ₹3,000
🥉 Kopal Sharma – ₹2,000
🏅 Akshay Sharma – ₹1,000

With a total of 50 attendees, the event concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Komal and a networking lunch, further strengthening the quality-driven research culture at IIT Roorkee.