More than 100 international delegates and legal metrology experts to participate in the meeting
OIML Strategy Workshop and international seminar to deliberate on emerging technologies, digitalisation and the future of global legal metrology.
India will host the 61st Meeting of the International Committee of Legal Metrology (CIML) for the first time from 26 to 28 October 2026 in New Delhi. The meeting is being organised by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, in association with the International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML).
The meeting is expected to bring together more than 100 international delegates and legal metrology experts from across the world, including representatives of OIML Member States, Corresponding Member States and international organisations. Hosting the meeting for the first time marks a significant milestone in India’s growing role in international cooperation, harmonisation of measurement standards, promotion of fair trade and consumer protection.
OIML Strategy Workshop and International Seminar
An international seminar on “Evolutions in Legal Metrology” will be organised on 26 October 2026. The seminar will bring together experts from different countries to exchange experiences and best practices on the modernisation of legal metrology systems. Discussions will cover digitalisation of regulatory services, international harmonisation and recognition of measuring instruments, e-learning tools and innovative approaches to legal metrology administration.
An OIML Strategy Workshop will also be organised on 27 October 2026, providing a platform for participating countries and international experts to deliberate on the future strategic direction and priorities of the organisation. Discussions are expected to cover emerging challenges, technological advancements, digital transformation, international cooperation and the evolving requirements of legal metrology systems worldwide.
Key Areas of Deliberation
During the three-day programme, CIML members will deliberate on important matters relating to the development and revision of international recommendations, technical activities of the OIML, the OIML Certification System (OIML-CS), digital transformation, capacity building and international cooperation.
The meeting will facilitate the exchange of technical knowledge and experience among participating countries, supporting efforts to strengthen measurement systems and promote internationally recognised standards.
The 60th CIML Meeting was held on 13 and 15 October 2025 in Paris, France, with representatives of 55 Member States present or represented, along with representatives of 12 Corresponding Members and five organisations in liaison. Key outcomes included the approval of technical publications relating to automated refractometers, weights and traffic speed meters, along with discussions on the framework for the OIML Certification System, digitalisation and international cooperation.
Strengthening India’s Role in Global Legal Metrology
Hosting the 61st CIML Meeting provides India with an opportunity to showcase its reforms and advancements in legal metrology on an international platform. The Department of Consumer Affairs has undertaken several initiatives to modernise the regulatory framework, simplify compliance procedures, promote trust-based regulation and facilitate Ease of Doing Business while ensuring robust consumer protection.
The meeting is expected to witness participation from representatives of OIML Member States, including France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Australia, Switzerland, the United States of America, South Africa and Brazil, among others. Representatives of Corresponding Members and associated international organisations are also expected to participate.
The diverse participation will provide opportunities to exchange experiences, share best practices and strengthen international cooperation in legal metrology. The meeting, along with the OIML Strategy Workshop and international seminar, will contribute to discussions on reliable measurements, fair trade, technological innovation and consumer confidence, while advancing India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Benefits for Industry and Consumers
The meeting is expected to benefit Indian manufacturers by enhancing awareness of international measurement standards, conformity assessment requirements and the OIML Certification System. This can support the development of quality products and facilitate access to international markets.
Greater harmonisation of measurement requirements can also help reduce technical barriers to trade and avoid duplication in testing and certification, where applicable. For consumers, reliable and accurate measurements are essential to ensuring fairness in transactions, correct quantity declarations and greater confidence in goods and services.
The event will also provide India with an opportunity to share its experience in regulatory reforms, digitalisation and Ease of Doing Business, while contributing to international discussions on modern and effective legal metrology systems.
International Cooperation in Legal Metrology
The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) is an intergovernmental organisation established in 1955 to promote the global harmonisation of legal metrology procedures. It develops international recommendations, standards and related documents for measuring instruments used in trade, industry, healthcare, safety and environmental protection.
The International Committee of Legal Metrology (CIML) is the principal decision-making body responsible for guiding the technical and administrative activities of the OIML. Its annual meeting provides a global platform for deliberations on policy matters, technical developments and international cooperation in legal metrology.
The hosting of the 61st CIML Meeting reinforces India’s commitment to international collaboration and the development of harmonised measurement standards, supporting fair trade, consumer protection and confidence in measurement systems worldwide.
