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

## Report on Amendments to Indian Standards for Drinking Water and Packaged Water **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regarding amendments to existing Indian Standards related to drinking water and packaged water specifications. The notification details amendments to IS 10500:2012 (Drinking Water Specification), IS 13428:2005 (Packaged Natural Mineral Water Specification), and IS 14543:2016 (Packaged Drinking Water Other than Packaged Natural Mineral Water Specification). The core purpose of these amendments is to update and refine the existing standards. The key finding is that specific amendments were implemented in February 2021 with varying validity periods, impacting manufacturers and suppliers of drinking water and packaged water products. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the notification issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) concerning amendments to Indian Standards for drinking water and packaged water. The analysis is based solely on the provided text of the notification. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification concerns amendments to the following existing Indian Standards: * IS 10500:2012 - Drinking Water Specification (Second Revision) * IS 13428:2005 - Packaged Natural Mineral Water Specification (Second Revision) * IS 14543:2016 - Packaged Drinking Water Other than Packaged Natural Mineral Water Specification (Second Revision) The core objective of these amendments, as inferred from the text, is to update and refine existing quality and safety standards for drinking water and packaged water available in India. The specific details of *what* is being updated cannot be determined from the notification itself. **4. Background and Rationale:** The notification does not explicitly state the rationale for these specific amendments. However, it can be inferred that the amendments were made to address evolving needs, technological advancements, or to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness of the standards in maintaining water quality and safety. The differing dates for when the original standard with the amendment shall remain in force suggest that some amendments might require more urgent or immediate implementation compared to others. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This section focuses specifically on the changes introduced by the amendments, as per the provided text. * **Amendment Details:** * **IS 10500:2012:** Amendment No. 3 was established on 11 Feb 2021 and the standard without the amendment will remain in force until 10 Mar 2021. * **IS 13428:2005:** Amendment No. 9 was established on 11 Feb 2021 and the standard without the amendment will remain in force until 10 Aug 2021. * **IS 14543:2016:** Amendment No. 6 was established on 11 Feb 2021 and the standard without the amendment will remain in force until 10 Aug 2021. * **Specific Changes (Undetermined):** The provided text *does not* specify the exact nature of the amendments to each standard. Therefore, the exact changes to rules, provisions, or requirements cannot be determined from the provided notification text. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the directly affected target audience and stakeholders include: * Manufacturers and producers of drinking water and packaged water. * Suppliers and distributors of drinking water and packaged water. * Testing laboratories and certification bodies involved in quality control of drinking water and packaged water. * Consumers of drinking water and packaged water, who benefit from updated quality standards. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency:** The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the responsible agency for establishing and notifying these amendments. * **Timelines:** The notification specifies the date of establishment for each amendment (11 Feb 2021) and the date until which the standard without the amendment shall remain in force (10 Mar 2021 for IS 10500:2012 and 10 Aug 2021 for IS 13428:2005 and IS 14543:2016). This implies that the amendments are to be implemented and adhered to after these respective dates. * **Access to Amendments:** The notification indicates that copies of the amendments are available for sale at BIS offices and can be purchased/downloaded online at http:www.standardsbis.in. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of these amendments is to ensure that drinking water and packaged water meet updated quality standards. While the specific impact of each amendment cannot be determined from the provided text, it can be inferred that the changes aim to improve the quality, safety, and consistency of these products. This, in turn, is expected to benefit consumers by providing access to safer and higher-quality drinking water and packaged water. The differing validity periods of the standards without the amendments suggest a staged implementation or varying levels of urgency associated with each change. **9. Conclusion:** The BIS notification details amendments to Indian Standards for drinking water and packaged water specifications. While the specific nature of these amendments is not detailed in the provided text, the notification highlights their existence, effective dates, and the responsible agency (BIS). These amendments are likely intended to improve the quality and safety of drinking water and packaged water available in India. Manufacturers and suppliers should consult the full text of the amendments to ensure compliance with the updated standards. Accessing the full amendment text through BIS is crucial for understanding the specific changes and their implications.

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