The Government of Tamil Nadu has renewed the notification exempting retail establishments in the state from weekly closure as mandated by the Shops and Establishments Act provided they comply with the statutory requirements laid down by the government in the notification.

The renewed notification is valid for a further period of three year starting from 23.03.2017

Please click here to view the renewed notification.

RAI had earlier represented the issue to the State Government requesting for the renewal. Please click here to view the representation.

RAI, on behalf of the entire retail fraternity, thanks the progressive State Government of Tamil Nadu for considering its submission and encouraging Ease of Doing Business in the state.