Government of Rajasthan exempted all shops and establishments from Section 12(1) of the Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958 (“Rajasthan Shops Act“), which mandates a weekly closure. This exemption, effective from June 20, 2024, will be valid for 3 (three) years and is subject to certain conditions: employees must receive a weekly holiday on a rotational basis, daily working hours must not exceed 9 (nine) hours or 48 (forty-eight) hours per week, overtime must be paid for hours worked beyond these limits, and records must be maintained. Additionally, appointment letters must be issued to employees with copies sent to the labour inspector. All other provisions of the Rajasthan Shops Act must be adhered to; any violation of these conditions will result in the automatic termination of the exemption and potential legal action against the employer.
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