In a move aimed at streamlining compliance and boosting industrial efficiency, the Government of Haryana’s Labour Department has notified online, automated exemptions related to rest intervals and working hours under the Factories Act, 1948.
The initiative is part of Haryana’s push towards enhancing the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) and implementing the Business Reform Action Plan (BRAP) across the state.
📜 What the Notification States:
The Labour Department has announced that exemptions under the following sections of the Factories Act, 1948 will now be delivered online in auto-mode through self-certification:
- Section 55 – Interval for Rest
- Section 65 – Exemption of Adults from Working Hours Limitations
These exemptions are only available to factory occupiers who hold a valid license under the Act.
⚙️ How It Works:
- Exemptions will be processed online through the Haryana Labour Department portal:
🔗 www.hrylabour.gov.in - The system will operate in auto-mode, meaning:
- No manual approval is required
- Applicants must self-certify compliance
- The process is designed to be quick, transparent, and paperless
🏭 Who is Covered?
- All occupiers of factories covered under the Factories Act, 1948
- Labour department officers/officials are instructed to implement the changes with immediate effect
🧾 Why It Matters:
This policy change is expected to:
- Reduce bureaucratic delays for factories needing flexibility in shifts or rest intervals
- Support industrial productivity while maintaining regulatory oversight
- Foster a pro-business environment without compromising labour rights, thanks to the requirement of valid licensing and self-certification
✅ Conclusion
By automating exemptions under Sections 55 and 65 of the Factories Act, Haryana continues its trajectory toward digitised governance and efficient industrial compliance. This update is particularly relevant for HR, compliance heads, factory managers, and legal teams in manufacturing units across the state.