The Ministry of Heavy Industries on May 5, 2025 has officially extended the enforcement timeline for select product categories under the Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order, 2024.
Published via S.O. 2007(E), the order defers the implementation date for specific electrical products by six months, shifting the deadline from May 10, 2025, to November 10, 2025.
🔧 Categories Affected:
The extension applies to products listed under the following serial numbers of the amendment order’s table:
- 1.2(a), 1.3(a), 2.1(a), 3.1(a), 4, 5, 6.1(a), 7, and 8.1
These typically include components such as switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, and other industrial-grade electrical equipment (as per earlier notifications).
📢 Background:
The original amendment (S.O. 1896(E), dated May 3, 2024) set a May 2025 deadline for mandatory compliance with new quality control standards. However, industry feedback and readiness challenges have prompted the government to grant a transitional buffer.
🛠️ Industry Impact:
This move offers manufacturers and suppliers additional time to:
- Ensure testing and certification compliance
- Upgrade production and quality control processes
- Avoid disruption in supply chain and sales
The Ministry reaffirms its commitment to quality enforcement while ensuring industry preparedness. Stakeholders are advised to use the extended window to align with the upcoming norms.
