Ceiling fans are a common sight in every Indian household and even after the onset of winter the demand for purchasing ceiling fans is expected to surge in the coming months. For customers planning to buy ceiling fans after February 2024, Union Cabinet Minister Piyush Goyal has shared essential information. In a video posted on the social media platform, he advises consumers to check certain aspects before purchasing new fans next season.

On Friday, November 24, 2023, the Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal posted a video on the social media platform X, cautioning consumers about being vigilant when buying ceiling fans from next year. The minister highlights significant changes in the regulations concerning ceiling fans, emphasising that the Consumer Ministry has enforced stringent safety rules for the benefit of consumers. He urges consumers to check for the Indian Standards Institution mark or ISI mark on fans before purchasing.

The ministry’s directive includes issuing quality control orders to all fan manufacturers, stating that, starting February 2024, all ceiling fans sold must bear the ISI mark by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Fans without the ISI mark won’t be allowed for sale, storage, or export.

The notification from the ministry specifies that failure to comply with the guidelines will result in severe consequences. According to the instructions, first-time violators may face a penalty of Rs 2 lakh and imprisonment for up to 2 years. Additionally, repeat offenders could be subject to a penalty of Rs 5 lakh or recovery of up to 10 times the product’s value. This initiative not only ensures consumer safety but also supports the development of local small enterprises and boosts production.

As the new regulations aim to enhance safety standards for ceiling fans, consumers are advised to be cautious and prioritise the purchase of fans that are compliant with the Bureau of Indian Standards to avoid legal consequences. The video posted by Piyush Goyal on X highlights that this move will ensure the ceiling fans are of good quality, thus, prioritising consumer safety.