Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025,

📢 Labour Law Update | Odisha Odisha has issued the Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025, effective 08 November 2025. ✔ Registration mandatory for establishments with 20+ employees ✔ Working hours increased to 10 hours/day (max 12 including OT) ✔ OT limit increased to 144 hours per quarter ✔ 24×7 operations allowed with weekly holiday ✔ Women allowed in night shifts with safety safeguards ✔ Establishment name board must be displayed in Odia Employers operating in Odisha must review their Shop & Establishment compliance immediately.