India's Department of Consumer Affairs has announced new regulations mandating standard pack sizes for edible oils, aimed at enhancing price transparency and simplifying consumer comparisons. The prescribed sizes range from 200 ml to 20 litres, and manufacturers have a three-month transition period to comply with these changes. This initiative addresses the common retail practice of selling cooking oils in irregular quantities, which complicates price comparisons for consumers. By standardizing packaging, the government seeks to create a more level playing field, allowing shoppers to easily assess the per-unit cost of various oils. Additionally, companies must now display equivalent weight alongside volume on packaging to further aid consumer understanding. While smaller packs under 200 ml are exempt from these rules, the broader goal is to improve market consistency and reduce confusion for households, especially given the essential nature of edible oils in Indian kitchens. The transition period allows manufacturers to adjust their production lines and packaging designs accordingly, following consultations with industry representatives that indicated support for the new standards.