BIS Nagpur Conducts Search and Seizure Operation Against Badewale Metals for Violation of the Domestic Pressure Cooker (Quality Control) Order, 2020 and Sections of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016

**Executive Summary** On 15 June 2026, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Nagpur conducted a search and seizure operation at Badewale Metals, Nagpur, following a complaint regarding the misuse of the ISI Mark. The raid resulted in the seizure of 11 domestic pressure cookers that violated the Domestic Pressure Cooker (Quality Control) Order, 2020, and the BIS Act, 2016. Legal action is currently being initiated against the establishment to preserve the integrity of national certification standards. **Key Points / Main Content** **Operation Details** * **Date and Location:** The raid took place on 15 June 2026 at Badewale Metals, Jagnath Budhwari Road, Nagpur. * **Legal Basis:** The operation was executed under the Domestic Pressure Cooker (Quality Control) Order, 2020, and sub-sections (1) and (3) of Section 17 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. * **Objective:** To investigate the alleged misuse of the BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark) and ensure consumer safety. **Non-Conforming Product Seizures** * **Total Seizures:** 11 domestic pressure cookers were seized as evidence for further investigation. * **Lack of Certification:** Nine units were found without the mandatory ISI Mark, including brands such as Apollo, Butterfly, Madona, Master, Yuvraj, Crown, Marlex, and Lion Gold. * **Spurious Markings:** Two units of the "Alfamatic" brand were found bearing spurious ISI Marks that lacked required IS and CM/L numbers. **Regulatory Enforcement** * **Enforcement Action:** BIS is initiating further legal proceedings against the shop in accordance with the BIS Act, 2016. * **Consumer Protection:** The operation aims to safeguard consumer interests against the sale of non-conforming products. **Impact Analysis** **Badewale Metals (Retailer)** **Impact** The establishment was subject to a search and seizure operation, resulting in the confiscation of stock and the initiation of formal legal action for statutory violations. **Action Required** The shop must cease the sale of non-conforming products and comply with the provisions of the BIS Act, 2016, and the Quality Control Order. **Consumers** **Impact** Consumers are protected from potentially unsafe household appliances that do not meet national quality standards or carry fraudulent certifications. **Action Required** Consumers are advised to verify the authenticity of BIS licenses using the BIS Care App or the official BIS website prior to purchasing products under mandatory certification. **Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)** **Impact** The agency is actively enforcing quality mandates and maintaining the credibility of the ISI Mark through field operations and investigations. **Action Required** BIS must proceed with the investigation and subsequent legal prosecution of the contravening party based on the evidence seized.

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