Bureau of Indian Standards - Hyderabad

BIS Hyderabad's Manak Samvaad with New Licensees

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, organized a Manak Samvaad, an interactive session with new licensees on 27th October 2025 at the BIS Hyderabad Conference Hall.

BIS Hyderabad organized an Industrial Exposure Visit for the Students of Dept of Civil Engineering, OU

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, organized an Industrial Exposure Visit for the students of the Civil Engineering Department, Osmania University on 27th October 2025.

A group of 50 enthusiastic students, accompanied by their faculty members, visited Sagar Cements Ltd., Suryapet. The visit provided them with valuable insights into the complete process of cement manufacturing, from limestone crushing to final packaging. Students closely observed each stage of production and testing, witnessing how Indian Standards are meticulously followed at every step to ensure quality and consistency.

Industry experts from Sagar Cements guided the students throughout the visit, explaining each stage in detail — from raw material processing and clinker formation to quality testing and packaging. The visit served as a practical learning experience, helping students bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and industrial application, and reinforcing the importance of standards in ensuring product reliability and safety.

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✨ Quality Walk @ NIT Warangal! ✨

As part of World Standards Day 2025 celebrations, BIS Hyderabad organized a spirited Quality Walk at its MoU Institute – NIT Warangal.

🚩 Flagged off by Prof. Bidyadhar Subudhi, Director, NITW, and led by Shri Rakesh Tanneeru, Director, BIS Hyderabad, along with faculty and 200+ enthusiastic students — the campus echoed with powerful slogans on Quality and Standards! 💪

Prof. Subudhi inspired students to adopt Indian Standards and build a quality-driven ecosystem, while Shri Rakesh Tanneeru shared the message and spirit of World Standards Day. 🌍

🌟 Manak Mahotsava 2025 @ Hyderabad! 🌟

As part of World Standards Day 2025 celebrations, BIS Hyderabad Branch Office organized Manak Mahotsava 2025 at The Manohar Hotel, Hyderabad.

Hon’ble Minister Shri N. Uttam Kumar Reddy graced the event as Chief Guest and highlighted that “In Telangana, Quality and Standards are our first priority.” The celebration featured inspiring speeches, cultural performances, Quality Pledge, and felicitation of the best mentors, Standard Clubs, industries, and government departments. 🎖️

The event brought together over 350 participants from industry, academia, and government, reflecting BIS Hyderabad’s mission to nurture a Quality-Conscious India through awareness, education, and collaboration. 🇮🇳✨

Uttam Kumar Reddy

*BIS Hyderabad Organizes Stakeholder Conclave at Nalgonda District as part of WSD-2025*

As part of the World Standards Day 2025 Celebrations, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, organized a Stakeholder Conclave at Nalgonda District on 7th October 2025. The event aimed to strengthen partnerships among stakeholders and promote awareness on the importance of standards in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The programme witnessed an active participation of over 140 stakeholders, including representatives from industries, government departments, jewellers, consumer organizations, and other quality-conscious organizations.

*Dignitaries Present*

The event was graced by eminent dignitaries:
Chief Guest: Smt. K. V. Sridevi, Deputy Chief Inspector, Department of Factories
Guests of Honour: Shri M. Raju, Assistant Labour Officer, Nalgonda, Shri Jangaiah, Inspector of Factories, Nalgonda, and, Shri Sundararaman, Senior DGM, My Home Industries

The programme began with a Welcome Address and reading of the *World Standards Day message* by *Smt. Sujatha, Director, BIS Hyderabad Branch Office and the Manak Geeth.*

*Shri K. Kavin, Deputy Director* , BIS Hyderabad, delivered an insightful presentation on “BIS Overview, Digital Initiatives, and Stakeholders’ Collaboration in Building a Quality Ecosystem.”

*Technical Sessions:*

The conclave featured impactful presentations by guest speakers:

Smt. K. V. Sridevi spoke on *SDG 9:* Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure and *SDG 17:* Partnerships for the Goals, highlighting how standardization supports industrial growth and sustainability.

Shri M. Raju presented on *SDG 8:* Decent Work and Labour Safety, emphasizing the significance of standards in ensuring safe, inclusive, and productive workplaces.

Shri Sundararaman presented on Sustainable Practices & Standards Maintainance by the Industry.

Participants actively engaged in discussions, sharing their experiences and suggestions on strengthening standardization practices. An interactive Question and Answer session followed, fostering meaningful dialogue among participants and BIS officials.

*Quality Pledge*
All participants took the Quality Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to follow Indian Standards and contribute towards creating a Quality and Sustainable Ecosystem in their respective sectors.

The Stakeholder Conclave at Nalgonda served as an effective platform for dialogue, learning, and partnership. The event reinforced the essence of this year’s World Standards Day theme — “Shared Vision for a Better World: Spotlight on SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals.”

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, is pleased to invite you to the Stakeholder Conclave being organized on 7th October 2025 . This programme will bring together our valued industries and stakeholders to engage in meaningful discussions on standards, quality, and sustainable growth.

We warmly welcome you to be a part of this important event as a cherished member of the BIS family.

📍 Venue: Hotel Vista Grand , Hyderabad Road, near NTR Statue, beside More Super Market, Shivaram Nagar, Nalgonda, Telangana – 508001
🕤 Time: 09:30 Hrs to 14:00 Hrs

👉 Kindly fill the registration form here : (https://forms.gle/i83F2RjbCg2SWYSq5)

📌 Please confirm your participation by 3:00 PM on 4th October 2025.

For any further communication, please reach us at +91 8179524479

We look forward to your esteemed presence.

BIS Hyderabad organizes Stakeholders Conclave at Patancheru ✨

As part of World Standards Day 2025 celebrations, BIS Hyderabad held a Stakeholders Conclave today (30th Sept) at Patancheru, Sangareddy District. 🌍

The event brought together industries, government officials, BIS licensees, consumer bodies & stakeholders to discuss the role of standards in sustainable growth. 🌱⚙️

Chief Guest:
Dr. Tamma Vijay Krishna Kanth, Principal Director & CEO, CITD Hyderabad

Guests of Honour:

Shri K. Ravinder Reddy, Deputy Commissioner of Labour, Telangana

Shri Harinath, Deputy Director, Department of Industries, Telangana

💡 Sessions highlighted:

SDG 17 – Partnerships for Goals 🤝

SDG 8 – Decent Work & Economic Growth 📈

SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure 🏭

All participants took the Quality Pledge 📝 reaffirming commitment to standards, safety & quality.

From BIS Hyderabad: Shri Rakesh Tanneeru (Director & Scientist-E) & Shri K. Kavin (Deputy Director & Scientist-C) presented on BIS Licensing, Digital Initiatives, BIS CARE App & e-Services 📲.

The conclave ended with an energetic Q&A session, reflecting strong industry enthusiasm towards building a culture of standards & quality in Telangana. 🌟

Dear All,

BIS Hyderabad is pleased to invite you to the Stakeholder Conclave being organized on 30th September 2025 with our valued industries and stakeholders.

We warmly welcome you to be a part of this important programme as a cherished member of the BIS Family.

Venue: Kaluva Banquets, Infinity Mall, Patancheru, Chanda Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500050 (https://share.google/1Saug5ENIpDTYusiD)

Time: 09:45 Hrs to 14:00 Hrs

If you have not yet filled out the Google Form (https://forms.gle/oyVcCPHZLnU3WDgg7), kindly confirm your participation by today evening.

For any communication, please reach us at +91 8179524479

We look forward to your presence.

Registration is Mandatory to attend 🛑

BIS Hyderabad Raids Non-Standard Product Warehouse
* Seizes around Rs. 8 Lakh worth of uncertified products

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, conducted a Search and Seizure operation on Tuesday (2nd September 2025) at a warehouse in Secunderabad CTC Complex for violation of the provisions of the BIS Act, 2016. The enforcement operation was carried out under the direction of Shri P.V. Srikanth, Director & Head, and led by Shri Rakesh Tanneeru, Director, along with the BIS Hyderabad Team.

During the raid, a total of 225 consumer goods, including Domestic Electric Food Mixers, Domestic Pressure Cookers, Heat Plates, Ceiling Fans, and Electric Iron Boxes, were found stored and offered for sale without the mandatory BIS Certification. These products fall under the purview of Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by the Government of India, making BIS certification compulsory. The seized products, which were being sold without the requisite BIS Standard Mark, are estimated to be worth more than Rs. 8 lakhs.

📰 Media coverage of Capacity Building Training Programme organized by BIS Hyderabad for officials of the Labour Department, Govt. of Telangana.

🚨 Public Alert! 🚨

From 1st October 2025, Cookware, Utensils & Cans for Foods and Beverages cannot be manufactured, stored, sold, or distributed without the ISI Mark (BIS Certification) ✅

🔹 Applicable products: Stainless Steel Utensils, Aluminium Utensils, Steel Sinks, Metal Cans, Aluminium Cans.
🔹 Mandatory as per the Cookware, Utensils and Cans for Foods & Beverages (Quality Control) Order, 2025.
🔹 Offenders will be punishable under the BIS Act, 2016.

🛡️ Buy Safe • Choose Quality • Look for ISI Mark