- The Delhi government issued “Delhi Exemption 2025,” allowing shops and commercial establishments (except liquor outlets) to operate 24×7.
- The policy removes restrictions on working hours, weekly closures, and women’s night shifts—subject to strict safety and welfare conditions.
- Establishments must provide secure transport, CCTV coverage, and safe workplaces, especially for night operations.
- Approvals will be granted online by the Labour Department, with final clearance from the Lieutenant Governor.
- The move aligns Delhi with states like Maharashtra and Karnataka, aiming to boost investments, modernize labor laws, and support round-the-clock urban business activity.
