Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Grant Early Work Leave for Muslim Employees During Ramadan

The policy allows Muslim government employees to leave work early for prayers, sparking political criticism in Telangana.

Both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh governments have announced early work leave for Muslim employees during the holy month of Ramadan, starting March 2, 2025.
Muslim employees, including teachers and contract workers, are permitted to leave an hour early to accommodate religious prayers and rituals.
In Telangana, employees can leave at 4:00 PM, while Andhra Pradesh offers similar flexibility across public service sectors.
The BJP has criticized Telangana's policy, labeling it as 'appeasement politics' and questioning the lack of similar concessions for other religious groups.
Preparations for Ramadan in Telangana include special arrangements at mosques and financial support for imams and muezzins.