In a landmark development aimed at enhancing women's involvement in the workforce, the Yogi Adityanath administration in Uttar Pradesh has passed a new order allowing women to work night shifts from 7 pm to 6 am, contingent on their consent. This initiative extends to 29 hazardous industry categories where women were previously restricted.

The official Gazette mandates employers to ensure women's safety, fair wages, and adequate workplace amenities during these hours. The order specifies double compensation, continuous CCTV monitoring, transport services, and security measures to guarantee a safe work environment. Women can work up to six days weekly, with an increased overtime cap from 75 to 144 hours per quarter at double pay rates.

In a related move, Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta

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