Legal Metrology Department Fines Two Establishments During Inspection in Udaipur
Udaipur, October 14, 2026: The Legal Metrology Department inspected four establishments in Udaipur district on Wednesday as part of a three-day campaign to check packaging compliance for pre-packaged goods. Two establishments were fined for violations related to packaging registration and the display of verification certificates.
The campaign was conducted from October 12 to 14 under the directions of Minister Sumit Godara. Officials checked product labelling, mandatory declarations, packaging declarations and the required documents at various establishments.
Four Establishments Inspected
Legal Metrology Officer Rakesh Maheshwari said the department inspected Pankaj Upbhokta Bhandar, Babu Ji Jodhpur Palace, Sangam Namkeen and Manohar Kirana Store on the final day of the campaign.
During the inspections, officials examined whether the establishments were complying with the mandatory declarations and rules applicable to the packaging of pre-packaged goods.
Fines Imposed for Violations
The department imposed a fine of ₹5,000 after finding that packaging registration was missing. Another fine of ₹500 was imposed for failure to display a verification certificate.
Officials reported no other irregularities during the inspections.
Regular Inspections to Continue
The Legal Metrology and Consumer Affairs Department said regular inspections would continue to ensure compliance with rules governing mandatory declarations and packaging information on pre-packaged goods.
The department said the action aims to safeguard consumer interests by ensuring that packaged products carry the required information in accordance with applicable regulations.
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