Punjab Restores Market Timings, Federal Government Announces New Office Hours After Ramadan

Authorities in Punjab have reinstated regular market timings, requiring shops and businesses to close by 10 PM across the province.

The decision comes after the conclusion of Ramadan relief measures, during which extended business hours were allowed to facilitate shoppers.

According to official directives, all markets, shopping malls, and retail outlets must now strictly adhere to the 10 PM closing time.

Meanwhile, the Federal Government of Pakistan has also announced revised office hours for public sector institutions following Ramadan.

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A notification issued by the Establishment Division stated that the new schedule will take effect immediately after the Eid holidays.

For offices operating five days a week, working hours will be from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a lunch and prayer break from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM.

Offices functioning six days a week will operate from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a similar break for نماز and lunch. All ministries and departments have been instructed to ensure strict compliance with the updated timings.