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Report for Framework on Repairability Index (RI) in Mobile and Electronic Sector submitted

Posted 05 May 2025

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Committee formed under chairmanship of Bharat Khera to develop a framework for a RI has submitted its report to Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA).

About RI Framework (Recommended by Committee):

An infographic titled "Components of Repairability Index" showing seven key elements:  Tools – Availability and type of tools required for repairs.  Disassembly Depth – Ease and extent to which a device can be taken apart.  Software Updates – Availability and support for software updates.  Repair Information – Access to manuals and repair documentation.  Fasteners – Type and accessibility of fasteners used in the device.  Spare Parts Availability – Availability of replacement parts needed for repairs.
  • Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) are required to self-declare RI based on standards scoring criteria provided in framework.
  • RI should be displayed at point of sale/purchase, E-commerce platforms and in form of QR code on packaged products.
  • Committee identified smartphones and tablets as priority categories for the initial phase of RI.
  • RI is assessed on six core parameters (Refer Infographic).
    • Scoring criteria and weightages were developed for each parameter. 
    • A RI on a five-point numeric scale is calculated after aggregating weightages for priority parts. 

Significance of RI:

  • Improved repair accessibility: There has been significant rise in complaints in mobiles and tablets product category from 19,057 in 2022-2023 and further to 22,864 in 2024-2025.
  • Promoting Sustainable Economy: RI emphasizes on LiFE (Lifestyle for the Environment) movement through Promoting sustainable consumption.
  • Address issue of ‘planned obsolescence’: i.e. devices are designed specifically to last a limited amount of time and to be replaced.
  • Employment generation: By allowing third-party repairs.

About Right to Repair: 

  • It calls for companies to make spare parts, tools and information on how to repair devices available to customers and repair shops to increase lifespan of products.
    • DoCA launched Right to Repair Portal India in 2022, to facilitate relevant repair associated information.
  • Tags :
  • Right to Repair
  • Repairabilty Index
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