Bare Act

The Uttrakhand Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017

This Act regulates working conditions, employee rights, and operational standards for commercial establishments and shops employing ten or more workers in Uttarakhand. It establishes fundamental labor protections, including mandatory registration, a maximum nine-hour workday, mandatory rest periods, overtime pay at double the regular rate, and paid annual, casual, and festival leave. The law safeguards women by prohibiting gender discrimination in wages and promotions while permitting night shifts only with explicit consent and safety arrangements. Additionally, it mandates workplace safety measures, clean drinking water, sanitation facilities, and childcare rooms. This legislation ensures fair treatment, safe working environments, and structured operational regulations for commercial workers.

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