We are pleased to inform you that the State Government of Tamil Nadu has issued a notification permitting shops and establishments to remain open 24x7 subject to compliance of appropriate conditions specified in the notification. Click here to view the notification.

We believe that this is a progressive move by the State Government and will give a substantial boost to employment generation. The move will also benefit the consumers in terms of more convenience and accessibility.

Earlier, the Central Government had introduced 'The Model Shops and Establishment (Regulation of Employment and Condition of Services) Act 2016 (hereinafter referred as The Model Bill) on 29th June 2016 which has been one of the key asks of the Retailers Association of India for the overall benefit and the growth of the Indian retail sector.

Subsequently, RAI has been pursuing all the State Governments to adopt the Model Bill. The State Governments of Maharashtra and Gujarat have already adopted the Model Bill.