The Department of Labour, Punjab, has issued notification to permit establishments to operate 365 days in a year

Posted On - 14 September, 2024 • By - King Stubb & Kasiva

The Department of Labour has issued Notification No. LaboPSCA/3/ADR452/308 dated 15th July 2024 permitting establishments registered under the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958 (“PSA”) to keep open the establishments 365 days up to 31st May 2025, subject to the following conditions among others:

  1. Establishments being given permission to open all days shall appoint new staff for the extended timing to duly comply with the provisions of PSA.
  2. Female employees will not be allowed to work after 8:00 P.M without their written consent.  Adequate safety and security arrangements for female employees shall be made during working hours and it shall be ensured that they safely reach home after the work is over.
  3. Employees shall be provided with all facilities mentioned in the relevant labour laws.
  4. In case of violation of any of the terms and conditions provided in the notification or any other provision of the PSA, the exemption shall be cancelled by the competent authority after giving an opportunity of hearing.