বাংলাShopping Mall Closing Time: Government extends market hours until 7 PM starting April 5 to support businesses during the energy crisis. Read more.
Government Adjusts Shopping Mall Closing Time to 7 PM for Better Resource Management
In a recent update to the national energy-saving measures, the government has announced an extension of the Shopping Mall Closing Time across Bangladesh. Starting today, Sunday (April 5), all markets and shopping malls are permitted to remain open until 7:00 PM. This decision comes as a one-hour relief from the previously mandated 6:00 PM deadline, providing much-needed breathing room for both business owners and consumers during the ongoing fuel shortage.
The Bangladesh Shop Owners Association confirmed that the revised Shopping Mall Closing Time is part of a strategic balance between economic activity and energy conservation. On Saturday (April 4), a high-level meeting took place at Bidyut Bhaban involving market leaders and Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku, the Minister for Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources. While the minister initially emphasized a strict 6:00 PM shutdown to tackle the energy crisis sparked by Middle East tensions, the government has now opted for this slight extension.
Balancing Energy Savings and Trade Needs
The primary driver behind the Shopping Mall Closing Time regulation remains the severe energy crisis affecting the national power grid. Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku had earlier stated that strict decisions were necessary for power savings and that there was no immediate scope for change. However, considering the practical challenges faced by retailers, the adjustment to 7:00 PM was approved today. This move aims to ensure that while energy is conserved, the local economy does not face an abrupt halt.
Citizens and business operators are urged to strictly adhere to the new Shopping Mall Closing Time to avoid legal action. The government continues to monitor the global energy situation closely, and further adjustments may follow depending on the stability of the power supply. For more real-time updates on business regulations, visit our National Economy Section and check our YouTube Community for live news bulletins.
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