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Jun 18, 2025
Karnataka government proposes extended working hours
Karnataka is considering a law that could bump up daily work hours from 9 to 10, and even allow up to 12 hours a day with overtime.
Weekly limits would stay at 48 hours.
The proposal is still out for feedback, but trade unions are already voicing serious concerns about longer shifts.
TL;DR
Overtime could increase from 50 to 144 hours
These changes follow similar moves in states like Gujarat and Maharashtra, aiming to match Union government guidelines.
Overtime could jump from 50 to 144 hours over three months.
On the flip side, small businesses with fewer than 10 employees might catch a break—they wouldn't have to file annual returns anymore, which could make life easier for startups and tiny shops.