The Economic Times

Centre eases metrology rules for first-time violators; says fix it first, face action later

Under the Legal Metrology Act, businesses can address minor first-time procedural errors without incurring immediate penalties. The newly implemented 'Improvement Notice' system, introduced through the Ease of Doing Business initiative, provides a grace period for necessary corrections. This adjustment is designed to foster voluntary adherence and minimize legal conflicts, all while ensuring stringent actions against fraud and repeated offenses for consumer protection.