SMCC, CSIR-NIScPR

Since British time, we have followed the English sizes for our footwear; interestingly, most are not even suited to Indian wearers. Therefore, India will soon have its own footwear sizing system. Scientists at the CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI), Chennai, have come up with the Indian footwear sizing system. Considering the proper foot health, around 10,000 individuals between the age group of 5 to 55 years of age will be monitored for walking style, distribution of pressure points on the feet and comfort. These customised shoes are further planned to be certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to confirm the best fit…read more on NOPR