RAI had represented to the state government of Maharashtra & Tamil Nadu to permit extended working hours to ensure retailers are able to carry out business during the festive season while ensuring social distancing. The state governments have accordingly increased the working hours. Shops in Maharashtra can remain open until 9:30 pm while Shops in Tamil Nadu can remain open until 10 pm. Similarly, restaurants in Maharashtra can operate until 11:30 pm while restaurants in Tamil Nadu can operate until 9 pm & take away until 10 pm