Approx. 1.6 kg of Gold Jewelry Seized During Search and Seizure Operation
HYDERABAD, JUNE 22, 2026: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, conducted a Search and Seizure operation at a Jewelry shop located in Abids, Hyderabad, on 22 June 2026 for violation of the provisions of the BIS Act, 2016 and the mandatory Hallmarking requirements notified by the Government of India.
The enforcement action was carried out under the directions of Shri P. V. Srikanth, Director & Head, BIS Hyderabad Branch Office, and was led by Sattu Savitha, Director & Scientist-E, along with BIS enforcement officials.
During the inspection, BIS officials found gold jewellery articles being offered for sale without mandatory BIS Hallmark and also detected jewellery articles bearing old hallmark markings. Such practices are in violation of the provisions governing the sale of hallmarked gold jewellery under the BIS Act, 2016.
The seized stock included rings, necklaces and pendants. A total of approximately 1.6 kg of gold jewellery was seized during the operation. BIS has initiated further action under the provisions of the BIS Act, 2016 against the concerned establishment.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri P. V. Srikanth, Director & Head, BIS Hyderabad Branch Office, stated: “Consumer protection remains a key priority for BIS. Consumers should purchase only BIS Hallmarked gold jewellery carrying the BIS Logo, Purity Mark and HUID number. Before making a purchase, consumers are advised to verify the authenticity of hallmarked jewellery through the BIS CARE App. Any instance of sale of non-hallmarked jewellery or misuse of BIS Hallmark may be reported to BIS through the BIS CARE App or the nearest BIS office.”
He further urged all jewellers to strictly comply with the mandatory Hallmarking requirements and ensure that only BIS hallmarked gold jewellery is sold to consumers in accordance with the provisions of the BIS Act, 2016.
BIS continues to undertake market surveillance and enforcement activities across the region to safeguard consumer interests, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and promote quality and transparency in the marketplace. For consumer awareness, BIS advises buyers to verify the HUID number through the BIS CARE App before purchasing gold jewellery and to insist on proper invoices for all purchases.
