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The Bombay Shops and Establishments Act, 1948

Section 9

In force Act 79 of 1948 As on 07 Oct 2026

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Act 79 of 1948 Cited by 2 provisions

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Section 9 of the Bombay Shops and Establishments Act, 1948. The employer shall, within ten days, on his closing the establishment, notify to the Inspector in writing accordingly.

The employer shall, within ten days, on his closing the establishment, notify to the Inspector in writing accordingly. The Inspector shall, on receiving the information and being satisfied about its correctness, remove such establishment from the register of establishment and cancel the registration certificate: Change to be communicated to Inspector. Closing of establishment to be communicated to Inspectors. 10 of 53 (iii) New establishments in local areas mentioned in Schedule I and other local areas in which this section has come into forece. 2 Date from which the period of 30 days to commence. 28[Provided that if the Inspector does not receive the information but he is otherwise satisfied that the establishment has been closed, he may remove such establishment from such register and cancel such certificate.] CHAPTER- III. SHOPS AND COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS. Opening hours of shops.

Section 9, The Bombay Shops and Establishments Act, 1948 (Act 79 of 1948).

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Referred to by 2

  1. s. 7
  2. s. 52

Questions about Section 9

How do I find court cases under Section 9 of the Bombay Shops and Establishments Act?

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What should I read with Section 9 of the Bombay Shops and Establishments Act, and has it changed?

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When was the Bombay Shops and Establishments Act enacted?

Bombay Shops and Establishments Act was enacted in 1948 as Act 79 of 1948. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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