The Department of Legal Metrology, in collaboration with Consumer Rights Organization, Wokha, organized consumer awareness programmes at Mount Sinai School and Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Wokha on May 21.

Assistant Controller of Legal Metrology and Consumer Protection, Wokha, T Aimong, addressed the students on the theme “Accurate Measurement, Safety Product, and Confident Consumer.”

He highlighted the importance of consumer awareness in daily necessities and explained the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) 2019, including the six basic rights of consumers.

He emphasized the need for accuracy in standard measurements, weights, pricing and packaging to ensure consumers receive exact quantities. He also cautioned that faulty medical equipment and measurement can compromise health, stressing the importance of vigilance in the medical field.

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On safety products, he urged students to check ingredients, expiry dates and FSSAI marks to avoid compromised goods. Speaking on the concept of the “Confident Consumer,” Aimong encouraged shifting mindsets toward seeking justice, being informed and exercising the right to redressal.

He motivated students to become careful citizens, well-informed and aware in their daily lives, thereby creating a positive impact in society.

The programme concluded with a question hour, where students and teachers participated and clarified their doubts. The vote of thanks was delivered by Inspector of Legal Metrology and Consumer Protection, Wokha, Er Hachithung Z. Murry.