Punjab
Shops and EstablishmentNotification regarding permission to operate Shops and Establishments 24×7 in Punjab
Punjab published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: punjab-notification-regarding-permission-to-operate-shops-and-establishments-24-7-in-punjab) on 2026-10-02, filed under Shops and Establishment. The purpose of this notification is to promote economic growth and development in Punjab by providing shops and establishments with the flexibility to operate around the clock.
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| Gazette ID | punjab-notification-regarding-permission-to-operate-shops-and-establishments-24-7-in-punjab |
| Category | Shops and Establishment |
Action Required
Employers and shop owners in Punjab must ensure compliance with the Shops and Establishments Act and obtain necessary permissions to operate 24×7, while also adhering to labour laws and regulations regarding employee working hours and conditions.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- Punjab Shops and Establishments Act
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers and shop owners in Punjab must ensure compliance with the Shops and Establishments Act and obtain necessary permissions to operate 24×7, while also adhering to labour laws and regulations regarding employee working hours and conditions. |
Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to promote economic growth and development in Punjab by providing shops and establishments with the flexibility to operate around the clock.
Summary
The Punjab government has issued a notification allowing shops and establishments to operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in the state of Punjab. This move aims to boost economic activity and provide more flexibility to businesses, while also generating employment opportunities.