Health & Safety India’s politicians aim to balance women’s safety with nightshift needs States are rethinking outdated restrictions and seeking to empower women while strengthening workplace protections iStock.com/Realpictures Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Wednesday 05 November 2025 India’s women have been restricted from working at night for decades – the intention being to protect them from sexual harassment and abuse. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... D&I Women can now choose to work night shifts in India’s most populous state Wellbeing Haryana’s new conditions for women during night shifts Compliance India tightens rules on POSH compliance, maternity benefits Disputes Madras court underscores importance of victim perception in POSH disputes