The Ministry of Labor has announced three days of paid leave for employees working in the private sector on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr (small festival).

Key recommendations:

• Leave with pay: The ministry has directed that all private sector employees be given three days of paid leave on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.
• Overtime benefits: If the services of employees are essential for the functioning of the institutions during these holidays, they should be paid special wages. The Ministry of Labor has clarified that such employees are entitled to overtime wages and other related benefits as per Article 74 of the Labor Act.