Hyderabad, Officials from the Bureau of Indian Standards raided two commercial establishments in Vijayawada’s NTR district and seized a large quantity of products illegally manufactured with ISI marking without a BIS license.

According to the press release, BIS officials raided Ghanshyam Aluminium and Ramdev Industries in the Surampalli industrial area of Vijayawada. Both establishments were producing pressure cookers, cooker bodies, cooker lids, etc., with ISI marking without any BIS license.

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During the raid, officials seized 478 pressure cookers, 418 cooker bodies, and 100 lids from Ramdev Industries. Similarly, 9,000 various types of pressure cooker parts were seized from Ghanshyam Aluminium. Cases were registered against both under sections 17 and 29(3) of the BIS Act. The Director of BIS (Vijayawada) provided information about the raid through a press release.

Hyderabad

Hyderabad is a major city in southern India, known for its rich history as the capital of the Nizams, who ruled the princely state of Hyderabad from the 18th century until India’s independence. Founded in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the city is famous for iconic landmarks like the Charminar and its fusion of Hindu and Muslim cultures. Today, it is a thriving hub for technology and pharmaceuticals, blending its historical legacy with modern development.

Vijayawada

Vijayawada, located on the banks of the Krishna River in Andhra Pradesh, India, is a historic city known for its cultural and religious significance. Its name is derived from the goddess Kanaka Durga, whose temple atop the Indrakeeladri Hill is a major pilgrimage site, and the city has ancient roots dating back to the Vijayanagara Empire and earlier dynasties. Today, Vijayawada is a bustling commercial and transportation hub, blending its rich heritage with modern development.

NTR district

The NTR district, named after the legendary Telugu actor and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR), is a developing area in Vijayawada, India. It is home to the NTR Gardens, a memorial park and museum dedicated to his life and legacy, which was established after his death in 1996. The district serves as a cultural and administrative hub, reflecting the enduring influence of NTR’s contributions to Telugu cinema and politics.

Surampalli industrial area

Surampalli is an industrial area located in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh, India, known for hosting major manufacturing and processing units. It gained significance with the establishment of the Surampalli Sugar Factory in the mid-20th century, which spurred local economic development. Today, the area continues to support industrial growth, contributing to the region’s economy through sugar production and related industries.