The Economic Times

Woman seeks Rs 50,000 compensation from Gillette India, alleges women pay up to five times more for razors; consumer commission issues notices to top executives

The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has issued notices to Gillette India Ltd regarding discriminatory pricing practices. Shipra Mathur alleges that women's razors are priced four to five times higher than men's razors. Counsel Inder Mohan Singh states that this constitutes unfair trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act. The complainant seeks directions to prevent such pricing and claims compensation for mental distress.