Bhubaneswar, May 26 -- In a major move aimed at improving transparency in the retail market, the Department of Consumer Affairs is examining the possibility of introducing standard pack sizes for edible oils under the Legal Metrology framework. The proposal comes after concerns were raised over the growing number of irregular package quantities being sold in the market, making price comparison difficult for consumers.

The issue was discussed during a high-level stakeholder meeting chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs on May 20, 2026. Representatives from key industry bodies, which together account for nearly 90 per cent of India's edible oil sector, participated in the consultation.

Among the organisations pres...