New Market Timings: Shops Close at 9 PM, Restaurants At 11 PM

For context, the federal administration has retained the existing closing hours for markets, shopping malls, restaurants, and marriage halls under its latest austerity and fuel conservation notification.

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• Shops and markets will close at 9 PM, marriage halls at 10 PM, and restaurants at 11 PM.
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• Restaurants, cafés, eateries, and food outlets 11 PM; takeaway and home delivery exempt.
• Marriage halls, marquees, and other commercial venues hosting festive events 10 PM.

For context, the Cabinet Division's notification, dated September 17, 2026, states that the timings confirmed on June 19, 2026, will continue to apply on all days of the week.

Shops and markets will close at 9 PM, marriage halls at 10 PM, and restaurants at 11 PM. Takeaway and home delivery services remain exempt. Govt Restores Fuel Limits and Total Ban on Foreign Travel. Business or Commercial Establishment Closing Time – All Days. Shops, markets, shopping malls, and bazaars 9 PM. Departmental, grocery, general, and kiryana stores 9 PM.

Restaurants, cafés, eateries, and food outlets 11 PM; takeaway and home delivery exempt. Standalone fruit and vegetable shops 11 PM.

Pharmacies, medical and medical supplies stores, medical laboratories, clinics, and hospitals Exempt. Standalone bakeries, tandoors, and milk and dairy shops Exempt. Fuel and CNG pumps, and electric vehicle charging stations Exempt. Gyms, sports facilities, and sports and padel courts Exempt. IT firms and call centres Exempt.

In practice, the notification distinguishes between general grocery retailers. It must close at 9 PM, and standalone fruit and vegetable shops, which can remain open until 11 PM.

Standalone bakeries, tandoors, and dairy shops are exempt from the closing-time restrictions.

In practice, the document additionally states that provincial and regional governments may consider adopting similar measures. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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Taken together, the developments around new Market Timings: Shops Close at 9 PM, Restaurants At 11 PM point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.