KARACHI: The Sindh government has issued a notification ordering the closure of markets by 9 pm.
The notification will be implemented in marriage halls, restaurants, and shops. As per the energy conservation plan, halls will be closed by 10:30 pm and eateries will be shut down by 11 pm. As per the notification, the new rules will be effective from tonight.
On the other hand, All Pakistan Trade Union Association has rejected the decision of the federal government regarding the closure of businesses at 8.30 pm.
In an attempt to save energy, the National Economic Council (NEC) has decided to order the closure of markets across the country at 8:30 pm. President All Pakistan Trade Union Association Khalid Pervez in his statement said that they are already facing a crunch economic situation due to loadshedding and increasing inflation. The decision will dent them heavily.
He said due to hot weather, people use to go out shopping in the evening and the decision of the NEC will create more financial problems for them. He said no shops will be closed at 8.30 pm and announced that they will keep their businesses open as per routine.
Energy conservation plan
The purpose of this policy is to introduce cost-effective, energy-efficient technologies into County facilities and promote an energy-conscious culture that encourages prudent decisions with regard to energy consumption.
