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In Uttar Pradesh, the night shift for women has been fixed from 7 pm to 6 am. Previously, this time was from 9 pm to 6 am, but this has been changed to a more flexible schedule.

The Yogi government has taken a major decision regarding working women in Uttar Pradesh. In fact, the Yogi government has allowed women to work night shifts. With the implementation of this new rule, millions of women in the state will now be able to work night shifts. The government claims that this new rule is a major improvement towards increasing women's income, opening new employment opportunities, and strengthening workplace safety. So, let us tell you today what the night shift timings for women in Uttar Pradesh will be and what the Yogi government's decision entails.

What will be the night shift timings?

According to the new rules, the night shift timings for women in Uttar Pradesh have been fixed from 7 pm to 6 am. Previously, this time was from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., but has now been changed to a more flexible one. However, obtaining the consent of female employees before working night shifts has also been made mandatory.

The Yogi government sets safety and facilities rules.

The Yogi government in Uttar Pradesh has clearly stated that employers must make all necessary arrangements for the safety of women working night shifts. These arrangements include CCTV surveillance at workplaces, deployment of female security guards, transportation facilities for night shifts, and providing health and rest facilities to women. Additionally, systems such as the Safe City Project, 1090 Women Power Line, 112 Helpline, and Anti-Romeo Squad are being strengthened to ensure women can work without fear.

Double pay for working night shifts

According to the new rules, women working during these night shifts will receive double pay. Additionally, women will be able to work six days a week. The overtime limit has been increased from 75 hours to 144 hours per quarter. Overtime will be paid at double the normal wage. Previously, women were limited to only 12 industrial categories, but following the Yogi government's new directives, they are now permitted to work in all 29 hazardous industrial categories. This is considered a major step towards increasing women's work participation. The Yogi government has also amended the Shops and Commercial Establishments Act of 1962.

This new law now applies to all establishments employing 20 or more employees. This includes clinics, polyclinics, service centers, home delivery services, and other commercial establishments. Furthermore, the new law also tightens the rules on employers. The first offense is punishable by a fine of ₹2,000, and a second offense by up to ₹10,000. Previously, this fine was only between ₹100 and ₹500.