The Indian government is planning to introduce a repairability index for mobile phones and other electronic products.
This initiative aims to help consumers understand how easily their gadgets can be repaired.
It also aims to tackle the increasing problem of electronic waste.
In a bid to tackle the increasing problem of electronic waste and promote sustainable practices, the Indian government is planning to introduce a repairability index for mobile phones and other electronic products. This initiative, led by the Consumer Affairs Ministry, aims to help consumers understand how easily their gadgets can be repaired, which in turn, could encourage manufacturers to create more repair-friendly products.
The repairability index will score products based on several factors, including how easy they are to disassemble, the availability of spare parts, and pricing. It will also consider whether technical documents are easily accessible, PTI reported (via TOI). The idea is to give consumers clear information about how repairable a product is before they buy it.
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This initiative follows similar efforts in other countries, such as France, which has already implemented a repairability index. By adopting this index, India aims to reduce the amount of electronic waste it generates and promote the concept of sustainable consumption. This move is particularly important for India, which is the third-largest producer of electronic waste in the world, following China and the United States.
Nidhi Khare, the Secretary of Consumer Affairs, highlighted the potential for India to become a global “repair hub.” With India emerging as one of the largest economies in the world, this initiative could not only help reduce electronic waste but also support local repair businesses and increase consumer awareness about the lifespan of their products.
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To support this effort, the government has already launched a Right to Repair Portal, which includes participation from 63 companies, 23 of which are from the mobile and electronics sector. This portal is designed to provide consumers with the information and resources they need to repair their devices.
With the introduction of the repairability index, India is taking a significant step towards reducing electronic waste and fostering a culture of repair and reuse.
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