The Chhattisgarh Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) (Amendment) Act, 2025 introduces important changes to working hours, women’s employment, and the applicability of the Act. These amendments aim to provide greater flexibility for businesses while ensuring employee welfare.

Key Changes

• Applicability threshold increased from 10 to 20 employees.
• Women employees can work between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM, subject to conditions notified by the State Government.
• Daily working hours increased from 9 to 10 hours.
• Spread-over of work increased from 10.5 hours to 12 hours.
• Overtime limit increased from 125 hours to 144 hours.