Haryana Government Grants Holiday for Rajasthan Assembly Elections

The Haryana state government has announced a paid holiday or Special Casual Leave (paid) for all offices, educational institutions, and establishments across the state in light of the upcoming assembly elections in Rajasthan. The general election poll for the Rajasthan legislative assembly is scheduled for November 25.

As per the official notice released by the Haryana Government’s Human Resources Department, all government offices, educational institutions, and other institutes falling under the purview of the Government of Haryana, along with Boards & Corporations under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881, and under section 135-B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 (amended in 8/1996), will remain closed on the day of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly election, 2023.

However, this paid holiday or special paid casual leave will be granted only to those individuals who are registered as voters in Rajasthan and will be exercising their right to vote in the said election.

Furthermore, employees of various factories, shops, and private establishments located in Haryana, who are registered as voters in the State of Rajasthan, are also entitled to paid holiday under section 135-B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 (amended in 8/1996) for the same purpose.

It is advisable for employees, students, and organizations to stay updated with their respective institutions for further updates and instructions regarding the situation.

Stay informed about the latest developments regarding the Rajasthan Assembly elections and any related announcements from the Haryana government.