Upgrade of e-kalathi with 1,000 new products by 2026
November 29, 2025
The Consumer Protection Service plans to add 1,000 new products to the e-kalathi by 2026, enhancing consumers' ability to compare prices. Despite opposition from retailers, the Service believes the application has benefited consumers by keeping prices low. About 20,000 individuals have downloaded the app so far. A recent meeting was held to evaluate the app and discuss planned upgrades. Retailers express concerns that the app may cause additional costs and disruption in the market.