Archive · 4 Sep 2025
Maharashtra Approves Longer Work Hours for Private Sector
The government in Maharashtra is changing the rules about how long people can work.
Private businesses can now have employees work up to 10 hours a day, and factories can go up to 12 hours, but they must be paid overtime and agree to the extra hours.
The goal is to bring in more businesses and jobs while making sure workers are protected.
Rest breaks will be allowed after six hours instead of five.
Maharashtra approved changes to labor laws.
Private establishments can extend workdays to 10 hours.
Factories can increase work hours up to 12.
Overtime is mandatory for extended hours, with worker consent.
Overtime cap increased to 144 hours per quarter.
- Who
- Maharashtra Government
- What
- Approved amendments to extend work hours.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- To attract investments, generate employment and safeguard worker rights.
Worker's Perspective
Employer's Perspective
Impact on Work-Life Balance
Worker's Perspective
Potential for reduced work-life balance.
Employer's Perspective
Increased flexibility to meet business demands.
- Approval
- Maharashtra Government
- Laws Amended
- Factories Act, 1948; Shops and Establishments Act, 2017
- Daily Hours (Private Establishments)
- Increased from 9 to 10 hours
- Daily Hours (Factories)
- Increased from 9 to 12 hours
- Overtime Cap (Quarterly)
- Increased to 144 hours
- Worker Consent
- Mandatory for Overtime
Sources
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Raising Working Hours From 9 to 10 in Private Sector: How It Will Impact Employees
Maharashtra To Amend Laws For Longer Private Sector Work Hours
Maharashtra Cabinet approves longer work hours for private sector employees