The Chhattisgarh government implemented the New Shops and Establishments Act to boost trade and create new employment opportunities. With this decision, traders can now keep their shops open seven days a week and 24 hours a day. The government has also ensured the protection of employees’ rights. Each worker will receive a mandatory weekly holiday, and no employee can be made to work for more than eight hours a week. With greater flexibility in shop operations, business activities will accelerate, leading to increased revenue for the state. However, it is important to note that this rule will not apply to liquor shops. The state’s commerce and industry minister, Lakhan Lal Dewangan lauded the decision by CM Sai, saying, \”For the first time, all shops will remain open in Chhatt isgarh, this will also generate employment\” The pace of development will accelerate further. There is a wave of happiness among businessmen,\” said Dewangan. The decision will strengthen ease of doing business and provide special benefits to small traders.
