UP Government Implements New Night Shift Policy for Women Workers with Enhanced Safety and Double Pay

Nov 13, 2025 02:30 am CST

The Yogi Adityanath government has introduced a groundbreaking policy allowing women in Uttar Pradesh to work night shifts between 7 pm and 6 am with their consent. The initiative includes mandatory safety measures, double wages, and extends permissions to 29 categories of hazardous industries, marking a significant advancement in workplace gender equality in India.