Telangana okays 10-hour workdays in commercial units with 48-hour weekly cap
As per the official order, the daily work hours should not exceed 10 hours, and the weekly limit must not cross 48 hours. Work done beyond these limits will qualify for overtime wages.Also, employees must be given at least a 30-minute break if working over six hours a day. Also, their total spread of work and rest must not exceed 12 hours in a single day.Employees may be permitted to work beyond 48 hours a week on overtime pay, but not more than 144 hours in any quarter. The government has clearly stated that any violation of these conditions would result in revocation of the exemption granted to the concerned company.The order will come into effect after publication in the Telangana Gazette on July 8.- EndsMust Watch
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