In a business friendly move, the Maharashtra government will permit shops and restaurants to function 24 hours.

The State government has said that restrictions on timings under the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act 2017 will apply to only those outlets selling or serving liquor.

The 2017 regulations lay down conditions with regard to registration of establishments, duty hours, provision of weekly off for employees, wages, etc. Pursuant to this regulation, the State fixed timings for wine shops, bars, theatres and cinema halls. A relaxation was made in 2020 to let theatres and cinema halls function for 24 hours.

The 2017 regulations do not restrict 24/7 functioning by shops and restaurants, but in reality round the clock operati

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