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The state-wise list of newly added 55 districts under the mandatory hallmarking is available on the website of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the hallmarking section. It is notable that BIS has been successful in the implementation of Mandatory Hallmarking in 256 districts of the country with effect from 23 June 2021, in the first phase and in the additional 32 districts with effect from 4 April 2022, in the second phase wherein more than 4 lakh gold articles are being hallmarked with HUID every day.

More than 26 crore articles of gold jewellery have been hallmarked with HUID so far, says government

Gold hallmarking is a purity certification of the precious metal and was voluntary in nature till June 16, 2021, when the government decided to implement mandatory gold hallmarking in a phased manner.

The government on Friday said the third phase of mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery and artefacts has come into force in 55 new districts in 16 states and one Union territory.

Starting from September 8, 2023, the third phase of mandatory hallmarking for gold jewelry and artifacts is in effect, covering 55 new districts and bringing the total to 343 districts.This move aims to ensure the authenticity and purity of gold items. Since the program's launch, registered jewelers have increased, Assaying and Hallmarking Centers have expanded,…