Soon, you can scan barcode info with your mobile

Soon you will be able to read the details of packed products on your mobile phone using an app, which consumer affairs department is scheduled to launch later this month. Simply by scanning the barcode one can get details such as the brand name, net weight, manufacturing and expiry dates and helpline numbers. The department is also changing the packaging rules to increase the letter size on labels by 50% in case of small packets so that people can read them easily. Moreover, mentioning email details for consumers to send complaints or suggestions is being made mandatory.