Delhi Government Allows Women to Work Night Shifts in Commercial Establishments with Enhanced Safety Measures

Oct 24, 2025 04:30 pm CST

The Delhi government has implemented a significant workplace reform allowing women to work night shifts in shops and commercial establishments, with comprehensive safety measures including CCTV surveillance, secure transportation, and prior consent requirements. This amendment to the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act ensures proper working conditions while maintaining employee protections such as maximum working hours, overtime compensation, and mandatory Internal Complaints Committees.