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4-day work week for govt employees? Big announcement hints at extra weekly holiday

Good news for government employees! A bill proposing a 4-day work week and a 3-day weekend is on its way. Not just Saturday and Sunday, but an extra day off! Only 4 days in the office – a fantastic announcement from the central government.

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Author : Ajay Joseph
Published : Jun 19 2025, 05:00 PM IST
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Great news for all government employees

Great news for all government employees

Now, it's just 4 days a week at the office, with 3 days off! Great news for all government employees. This bill has been in the works for a while, promising a 4-day work week and 3 days off.

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Improve work-life balance

Improve work-life balance

The central government aims to improve work-life balance with this bill, increasing time off. The 8-hour workday won't be the norm anymore; working hours will increase.

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Working hours

Working hours

Employees might work 11-12 hours daily for those 4 days, adding 2 extra hours daily. So, despite the extra day off, total work hours remain the same.
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Extra day off might be on a rotational basis

Extra day off might be on a rotational basis

Employees can enjoy 3 days off after working 4. While Saturday and Sunday are off, the extra day off might be on a rotational basis. There's no official written or verbal announcement from the central government yet, and a lot of uncertainty surrounds the bill.

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Ajay Joseph
With over eight years of journalistic experience, Ajay Joseph Raj. P has been a dedicated member of the Asianet Newsable team, where he serves as the Chief Copy Editor. His expertise spans Business, Career, Stock Market, National, International, and viral/trending topics, with a knack for crafting compelling narratives that connect with diverse audiences.Before joining Asianet Newsable, Ajay honed his skills at OneIndia News and Opoyi English, gaining extensive experience in delivering impactful stories across various beats.
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