Rajasthan bans child labour under new shops and establishments ordinance

Daijiworld Media Network - Jaipur

Jaipur, Oct 27: The Rajasthan government has approved the Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, prohibiting the employment of children below 14 years of age in shops and commercial establishments.

The decision, approved by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, aims to strengthen child welfare, ensure access to education and healthcare for minors, and align state labour laws with national compliance and safety standards.

According to the Chief Minister’s Office, the amendments seek to balance business facilitation with worker protection, in line with the Union government’s Compliance Reduction and Deregulation Docket.

Under the new provisions, children under 14 years will no longer be permitted to work in any commercial