Bhubaneswar April 10:: It has now been made mandatory for all shops and commercial establishments to display their nameplates clearly and correctly in the Odia language.
If the rule is not followed, business owners will be penalized under Section 35 of the law. The Odisha Labour and Employees’ State Insurance Department has directed strict enforcement of this rule.
If any shop or commercial establishment does not display its nameplate in Odia:
For the first violation, a fine ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 will be imposed.
For the second or subsequent violations, the penalty will range from ₹10,000 to ₹20,000.
If a nameplate is not clearly written, anyone can file a complaint with the local labour officer or labour office for immediate action.
To promote awareness and ensure compliance among shopkeepers and business owners, the Odia Paksha 2026 is being observed from April 1 to April 14, 2026.
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