Mysuru: An awareness programme on BIS Hallmarking scheme of Gold and Silver Jewellery, organised by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Bengaluru Branch Office, was held for jewellers in city on Mar. 25. Jewellers were apprised about quality control order for mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery/artefacts and the salient features of Hallmarking.
Amit Roy, Scientist-F & Head of Bengaluru Branch Office, stressed on the objective of Hallmarking to provide Consumer Protection, ensure value for money for consumer or both. He informed that the registration process for jewellers has been made completely online and registration certificate with five years validity is granted which can be downloaded instantly. The certificate can be renewed online thereafter.
