Hyderabad, July 2025 – In a significant move aimed at improving operational flexibility for businesses, the Telangana government has permitted commercial establishments to extend daily work hours from 8 to 10 hours. The decision was notified officially, altering the state’s standard labour law framework.
This change means businesses such as retail shops, showrooms, service centres, and other commercial enterprises can legally engage employees for up to 10 hours a day, marking a 25% increase in daily work time.
The notification is part of broader reforms under labour law modernization efforts, aiming to align local practices with emerging economic demands. While some industry leaders have welcomed the decision as a boost to productivity and efficiency, labour groups and employee advocates have raised concerns over potential overwork, burnout, and the impact on employee well-being.
📌 Key Points:
- Applies to: Commercial establishments across Telangana
- Old Limit: 8 hours per day
- New Limit: 10 hours per day
- Impact: Greater operational flexibility for employers; potential rise in employee fatigue if not managed
The government is expected to issue detailed guidelines regarding overtime pay, weekly working limits, and compliance protocols to ensure worker welfare is not compromised. Stakeholder feedback and public responses are anticipated in the coming days as industries begin implementing the extended work schedules.
This decision places Telangana among a growing list of Indian states revisiting traditional labour norms in light of post-pandemic productivity models and changing economic needs.
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