In a statement on X, Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Memon stated that food outlets and wedding halls have also been given relief from the fixed operating times, allowing businesses to continue their activities as usual.

The minister explained that the specific hours had initially been imposed as part of energy conservation and austerity measures.

“All shops, markets, shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, food outlets, marriage halls and marquees are hereby exempted from the closure timings prescribed vide Home department’s notification No SOJI/8-12/2026 (Lockdown) dated 10/04/2026,” stated a notification shared by the minister on X.

In consideration of promoting business activities, public convenience, and economic stability, the decision was revised after taking into account the suggestions and difficulties faced by traders and industrialists, sources added.

“Decisions are made after consultation, public interest, and ground realities. Traders form the backbone of the national economy,” the minister observed.

He added that the government will continue taking all possible steps to address the concerns of the business community and safeguard the interests of both citizens and entrepreneurs, even during challenging economic conditions.