New Delhi, Dec 4 (PTI) More than 17.35 lakh silver jewellery items have been hallmarked with mandatory Hallmarking Unique Identification (HUID) within three months of its implementation, reflecting strong acceptance among jewellers and consumers, official data showed.

While the Silver Hallmarking Scheme remains voluntary from September 1, 2025, HUID marking has been made mandatory for any silver article that is hallmarked.

"HUID in silver jewellery hallmarking marks a significant step forward in strengthening purity assurance and eliminating fake hallmarking practices," Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said in a social media post.

"With HUID mandatory on voluntarily (BIS) Hallmarked Silver articles, each piece carries a unique 6-digit identification code that enables com

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