Chhattisgarh Government Allows Early Exit for Muslim Employees During Ramadan

Brief By Abplive.com / 3:17 PM on 20 Feb 2026

The BJP-led Chhattisgarh government has permitted Muslim government employees to leave offices one hour early during Ramadan. The order aligns with similar measures earlier announced by Andhra Pradesh and Telangana administrations. The move has revived political debate, as the BJP previously criticised comparable concessions, calling for equal considerations during Hindu religious observances such as Navratri.