In pursuance of Sub rule 1 of Rule 15 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Rules

## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment to Indian Standard IS 4246:2002 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes an amendment to the Indian Standard IS 4246:2002, concerning Domestic Gas Stoves for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gases Specification. The amendment, designated as Amendment No. 5, was established on November 1, 2021, and will remain in force until July 31, 2022. This report outlines the amendment's key details, its potential impact on manufacturers and users of domestic gas stoves, and where to access the complete documentation. The report focuses solely on the information provided within the notification text. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide a detailed overview and analysis of Amendment No. 5 to Indian Standard IS 4246:2002, as notified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). This analysis is based exclusively on the information presented in the provided notification. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy:** IS 4246:2002 – Domestic Gas Stoves for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gases Specification. * **Core Objective(s):** Based on the title of the standard, the core objective is to define specifications and standards for domestic gas stoves that use Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG) to ensure safety and performance. The amendment likely aims to update or refine these specifications. **4. Background and Rationale:** This report analyzes an *amendment*, so, the rationale for this specific amendment is not explicitly stated in the provided text. However, it can be inferred that the amendment is issued to refine or improve some existing provisions and it is likely based on evolving technology, updated safety standards, or feedback from stakeholders within the domestic gas stove manufacturing industry. It is designed to keep the IS 4246 standard updated and relevant. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This section focuses specifically on the changes introduced by the provided amendment text. * **Specific Part of the Original Policy Being Changed:** The provided text does not specify which part of the original policy is changed. However, it indicates that *Amendment No. 5* is being applied to the standard. * **New Rule/Provision:** Amendment No. 5 established on November 1, 2021, is in force until July 31, 2022. The content of Amendment No. 5 is not available within the provided text. * **Difference/Effect of this Change:** The provided text does not describe the specifics of the change. Therefore, it's impossible to determine the exact difference or effect of Amendment No. 5 based solely on the given notification. It's reasonable to assume that changes must be integrated by the end of validity. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text and the title of the Indian Standard, the primary target audience and stakeholders include: * Manufacturers of domestic gas stoves using Liquefied Petroleum Gases. * Testing and certification agencies involved in ensuring compliance with Indian Standards. * Consumers who use domestic gas stoves. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the responsible body for establishing and notifying the amendment. * **Timelines or Procedures:** The amendment is effective from November 1, 2021, until July 31, 2022. This suggests that manufacturers have this window to comply with Amendment No. 5. There are no procedures specified in the notification text, but it can be inferred that manufacturers must incorporate changes of Amendment No.5 by the time it expires. * **Amendment-Specific Aspects:** Compliance must be implemented prior to the expiration date. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** Because the details of the amendment are not included, the impact of the changes can't be accurately determined. The anticipated outcomes of incorporating Amendment No. 5 might include: * Improved safety features in domestic gas stoves. * Enhanced performance and efficiency of gas stoves. * Alignment with updated industry best practices and regulatory requirements. **9. Conclusion:** Amendment No. 5 to Indian Standard IS 4246:2002 represents an update to the specifications for domestic gas stoves using LPG. While the specific changes implemented by the amendment are not detailed in the provided notification, it is a critical update that stakeholders, including manufacturers, testing agencies, and consumers, should be aware of. Parties must ensure compliance within the given timeframe to guarantee product safety and adherence to current standards. The complete amendment can be obtained from the Bureau of Indian Standards.

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