<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The Government of Madhya Pradesh has allowed women employees to work night shifts in various industries, shops, and commercial establishments under specific safety and welfare conditions.</li><li>Women can now work in night shifts from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. with written consent and with at least five women on duty, ensuring facilities like toilets, drinking water, restrooms, and CCTV surveillance are in place.</li><li>Detailed guidelines have been issued to ensure a safe working environment, including the presence of female security guards if there are more than 10 women in a night shift and compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013.</li><li>This move aims to encourage more women to join the workforce and empower them by allowing flexibility in working hours.</li></ul>

Madhya Pradesh government lets women work night shifts

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