About COSICO
Empowering Consumers Across South India
The Consortium of South India Consumer Organisations (COSICO) is a unified platform dedicated to protecting and promoting consumer rights across South India. Our mission is to:
- Advocate for strong consumer protection policies
- Educate consumers about their rights and responsibilities
- Provide support and resources to member organizations
- Address consumer grievances and facilitate dispute resolution
Together, we strive to create a fair and informed marketplace that benefits all consumers in South India.
Member Organizations
Successful Campaigns
Consumers Assisted
South Indian States Covered
Our Mission
To unite and empower consumer organizations across South India, ensuring consumer rights and fair market practices.
Our Vision
A South India where every consumer is aware, protected, and empowered to make informed choices.
Our Approach
Collaborative efforts, education, advocacy, and support to create a strong consumer community in South India.
Our Impact
Measurable improvements in consumer protection, policy changes, and increased consumer awareness across South India.
Our Services
COSICO offers a range of services to support consumers and member organizations:
Consumer Education
Workshops, seminars, and informational materials to educate consumers about their rights
Complaint Resolution
Assistance in filing and resolving consumer complaints with businesses and authorities
Testimonials
Hear from those we've helped and our partners in consumer protection.
COSICO's support was invaluable in resolving my consumer dispute. Their guidance helped me understand my rights and take appropriate action.
Priya Sharma
Consumer
The workshops conducted by COSICO have greatly enhanced our organization's capacity to address consumer issues effectively.
Rajesh Patel
Partner Organization Leader
COSICO's advocacy efforts have made a significant impact on consumer protection policies in our state. Their work is commendable.
Lakshmi Nair
Government Official
As a small business owner, COSICO's guidance on fair trade practices has been instrumental in building trust with our customers.
Arjun Reddy
Entrepreneur
The consumer awareness campaign organized by COSICO in our community was eye-opening. It empowered us to make informed choices.
Meera Krishnan
Community Leader
Join Us in Protecting Consumer Rights
Whether you're a consumer seeking support, an organization looking to partner with us, or an individual passionate about consumer protection, we welcome your involvement. Together, we can create a fair and informed marketplace for all consumers in South India.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions about consumer rights and COSICO's services.
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What are my basic consumer rights?
As a consumer in India, you have six basic rights: Right to Safety, Right to Information, Right to Choose, Right to be Heard, Right to Seek Redressal, and Right to Consumer Education. These rights are protected under the Consumer Protection Act.
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How can COSICO help me with a consumer complaint?
COSICO can guide you through the complaint process, help you draft a formal complaint, and provide information on the appropriate authorities to approach. We can also offer mediation services in some cases to resolve disputes between consumers and businesses.
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What types of consumer education programs does COSICO offer?
COSICO offers a variety of consumer education programs, including workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns. These cover topics such as understanding consumer rights, identifying unfair trade practices, digital literacy for safe online shopping, and financial consumer protection.
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How can I become a member of COSICO?
COSICO welcomes consumer organizations from South India to join our consortium. If you represent a consumer organization, please contact us for information on membership criteria and the application process. Individuals can support our work by volunteering or participating in our programs.
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What recent policy changes has COSICO advocated for?
COSICO has been actively involved in advocating for stronger e-commerce regulations, improved food safety standards, and enhanced financial consumer protection measures. We regularly participate in policy discussions and submit recommendations to relevant government bodies to strengthen consumer protection laws in South India.
Contact
Get in touch with COSICO for any inquiries, support, or to join our mission in protecting consumer rights across South India.