About Goa
Goa is a state in western India with coastlines stretching along the Arabian Sea. Its long history as a Portuguese colony prior to 1961 is evident in its preserved 17th-century churches and the area’s tropical spice plantations. Goa is also known for its beaches, ranging from popular stretches at Baga and Palolem to those in laid-back fishing villages such as Agonda.
Public Holidays
Leave Rules For Goa
Here is a snapshot of various leave rules as per the Goa Shops & Establishments Act.
| Item | Qty | Remarks |
| Annual / Privileged / Earned Leave (AL/PL/EL) | 15 days | After 240 days of continuous service |
| Casual Leave (CL) | 6 days | during 12 month of continuous service |
| Sick Leave (SL) | 9 days | during first 12 months & further continuous service |
| Maximum AL/PL that can be carried forward | 45 Days | |
| Working hours in a day | 8 | |
| Total hours in a week | 48 | |
| Rest Interval | 1 hour | Rest after 5 hours of work |