The Government of Andhra Pradesh has formally announced the commencement of the Andhra Pradesh Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act No. 17 of 2025). The Act, initially published in the Extraordinary Gazette on October 21, 2025, has now been scheduled to come into full effect from November 3, 2025.
The latest notification, set to appear in the Extraordinary issue of the Andhra Pradesh Gazette dated November 3, 2025, has been issued under the powers granted by sub-section (2) of Section (1) of the Amendment Act. Through this order, the State Government officially declares that all provisions of the 2025 Amendment Act shall be operational from the appointed date.
Key Highlights
1. Amendment Act Published Earlier
- The Amendment Act (Act No. 17 of 2025) was originally published in the Extraordinary Gazette on 21 October 2025.
- The current notification serves as the commencement order required to activate the provisions of the Act.
2. Commencement Date Fixed
- The Government has notified 3 November 2025 as the effective date on which the Amendment Act comes into force.
- This brings into operational effect all changes introduced in the 2025 Amendment, impacting shops, commercial establishments, and related labour regulations across the State.
3. Legal Basis for Notification
- The commencement is issued under Section (1), sub-section (2) of the Amendment Act, empowering the Government to appoint the date of enforcement.
Implications
The notification marks the final procedural step to enforce the updated regulatory framework for shops and establishments in Andhra Pradesh. Employers, employees, industry bodies, and compliance professionals are advised to review the provisions of the Amendment Act to ensure adherence from the notified date.