The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, in collaboration with FDDI, Hyderabad Campus, organized a Manak Manthan session on the Draft Indian Standard “Therapeutic Footwear (Specification)” — Document No. MHD 09 (27829) WC. The session took place on 24th November 2025 at the FDDI Hyderabad Campus from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Mr. Rakesh Tanneeru, Scientist E & Director, BIS Hyderabad, opened the session by welcoming representatives from the footwear industry, faculty members from FDDI and GILT Telangana, and student participants. He provided an overview of the draft standard formulated by the Assistive Products Including Rehabilitation Appliances, Orthotic and Prosthetic Items Sectional Committee (MHD 9).
This was followed by a detailed technical presentation by Mr. Aditya Das, Scientist E & Head, Medical Equipment and Hospital Planning Department (MHD), BIS New Delhi. He explained that the draft specification defines general and safety requirements for therapeutic footwear designed for individuals with diabetes, neuropathy, at-risk feet, and those vulnerable to foot ulcers. The document also elaborates on material requirements, testing parameters, and test methods, while excluding footwear categories already covered under other standards.
The interactive session that followed saw active participation from faculty members of FDDI Hyderabad and GILT Hyderabad. Key suggestions included adding chemical requirements, defining open-type footwear classifications, and incorporating additional performance tests such as flexing resistance.
BIS officials expressed their appreciation to the Executive Director, faculty, and students of FDDI Hyderabad for their meaningful contributions toward developing high-quality standards that support public health and safety.
