Delhi's New Labor Law: 10-Hour Workdays, Increased Weekly Hours, New Rules for Women
Delhi's New Labor Law: 10-Hour Workdays, Increased Weekly Hours, New Rules for Women
- •Delhi implements 'The Delhi Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act 2026', increasing daily work hours from 9 to 10 for employees in shops and establishments.
- •Weekly working hours rise from 54 to 60; continuous work without a break extends from 5 to 6 hours, with a maximum daily limit of 12 hours.
- •Law applies to establishments with 20 or more employees; total overtime limit adjusted from 150 hours annually to 144 hours quarterly.
- •Women can work night shifts with written consent; employers must provide CCTV, security, and safe transport.
- •Mandatory presence of at least two female employees during night duty and compliance with Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act 2013.
