I am currently working as an HR manager in a retail store in Surat, Gujarat. According to the Shops and Establishment Act, we are obligated to close our store one day a week. However, for our business needs, we would like to keep our store open 365 days a year. Could you please guide me on the process to obtain a license for the same in Gujarat, India?
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Sure, I understand your need to operate your retail store throughout the year. Here are the steps you need to follow to obtain a 365-day license in Gujarat:
- Step 1: Apply for a license under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Amendment Act, 2019. This Act allows shops and commercial establishments to remain open 365 days a year, but you will need to provide workers with one day of paid holiday per week.
- Step 2: To apply for the license, you will need to fill out Form A, which can be found on the Gujarat Labour Department's website: https://labour.gujarat.gov.in/
- Step 3: Along with the completed Form A, submit a prescribed fee, which varies based on the number of employees in your establishment.
- Step 4: You should also comply with all other labor laws, such as payment of overtime wages for work on the weekly holiday and maintaining registers and records as per the Act.
- Step 5: Once you have submitted the form and paid the fee, the license will be issued to you if the authority is satisfied with your application. The license will be valid for one year and can be renewed annually.
⚡Remember, despite getting the license for 365 days of operation, you are still required to give a weekly off to your employees. You need to manage the scheduling in such a way that every employee gets a day off in a week.
🔮Please consult with a local labor law expert or the labor department itself to understand all the legalities and requirements in detail. Ensure that you comply with all labor laws to safeguard your business from any legal complications.
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54- Step 1: Apply for a license under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Amendment Act, 2019. This Act allows shops and commercial establishments to remain open 365 days a year, but you will need to provide workers with one day of paid holiday per week.
- Step 2: To apply for the license, you will need to fill out Form A, which can be found on the Gujarat Labour Department's website: https://labour.gujarat.gov.in/
- Step 3: Along with the completed Form A, submit a prescribed fee, which varies based on the number of employees in your establishment.
- Step 4: You should also comply with all other labor laws, such as payment of overtime wages for work on the weekly holiday and maintaining registers and records as per the Act.
- Step 5: Once you have submitted the form and paid the fee, the license will be issued to you if the authority is satisfied with your application. The license will be valid for one year and can be renewed annually.
⚡Remember, despite getting the license for 365 days of operation, you are still required to give a weekly off to your employees. You need to manage the scheduling in such a way that every employee gets a day off in a week.
🔮Please consult with a local labor law expert or the labor department itself to understand all the legalities and requirements in detail. Ensure that you comply with all labor laws to safeguard your business from any legal complications.
From India, Gurugram
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