Archive · 5 Sep 2025
Pune IT Sector Questions Maharashtra Government on Increased Work Hours
The Maharashtra government decided IT workers can now work up to 10 hours a day.
This means companies have to pay extra for the extra work if the employees agree.
IT workers in Pune are not happy about this and are asking the government to also improve employee rights.
They want shorter notice periods, fairer background checks, and better handling of layoffs.
They are represented by a group called FITE, who is asking the government to consider workers’ needs too.
The government is making changes to some important rules about how private companies operate in Maharashtra.
Maharashtra Government increased IT sector working hours from 9 to 10 hours daily.
Overtime compensation is required at twice the basic wage for hours exceeding 9, subject to employee consent.
Amendments apply to establishments with 20 or more employees.
The Forum of IT Employees (FITE) is questioning the decision.
FITE demands better employee rights, including shorter notice periods.
- Who
- IT professionals and private sector unions in Pune
- What
- Question the Maharashtra Government's decision to increase working hours.
- When
- Following the government's recent cabinet meeting.
- Where
- Pune, Maharashtra.
- Why
- To address concerns about employee rights in light of increased working hours.
Employees
Maharashtra Government
Employee Rights
Employees
Demand improved employee rights such as reduced notice periods and fair background verification processes.
Maharashtra Government
Approved increased working hours
- Policy Change
- Maharashtra Government increased IT sector working hours from 9 to 10 hours daily
- Overtime
- Mandatory compensation at twice the basic wage for hours exceeding 9, with employee consent
- Affected Establishments
- Those with 20 or more employees
- Legislation Amended
- Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act of 2017 and the Factories Act of 1948
- Union Representation
- Forum of IT Employees (FITE)