I read that the Balochistan government has announced closing times for markets, shopping centres, restaurants and other businesses. The Balochistan government says these changes are part of austerity measures to cut spending and save fuel.
According to the notification, the Balochistan government says that shops, markets and shopping malls in the province must close by nine o’clock in the evening.
The Balochistan government says that marriage halls and other event venues must close by ten o’clock. Restaurants, cafés and other food outlets must close by eleven o’clock.
The Balochistan government says that takeaway and home‑delivery services will not have to follow the restaurant closing‑time rules.
The Balochistan government has added a rule for wedding ceremonies. This is another austerity measure.
The Balochistan government says that many essential services are exempt. Pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, medical laboratories, bakeries, tandoors, milk and dairy shops, petrol stations, CNG stations, electric‑vehicle charging stations, gyms, sports facilities, IT companies and call centres are all exempt.
The Balochistan government says the measures start now. The Balochistan government says that it will review exemption requests for unavoidable circumstances, on a case‑by‑case basis.
The Balochistan government says that the goal is to cut government spending, save fuel, and use resources efficiently. The Balochistan government also wants essential services to keep working.
