In Pakistan's capital Islamabad, business hours have been shortened due to rising energy prices.
The city administration announced on social media that all markets, shopping malls, and non-food stores will close at 8:00 PM local time.
This measure aims to save electricity. Restaurants, grocery stores, and bakeries are allowed to operate until 10:00 PM.
Essential services, including pharmacies, hospitals, gas stations, call centers, and IT companies serving international clients, are exempt from restrictions.
According to Pakistani media, since markets in Islamabad usually remain open until late at night, the reduction of working hours starting June 1 has been met with mixed reactions from business owners and residents.
