Delhi
Labour CodeNotification declares Public Holiday on 14th Apr 2026 - Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanthi in Delhi
Delhi published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: delhi-notification-declares-public-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-dr-b-r-ambedkar-jayanthi-in-delhi) on 2026-04-13, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to honour the birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, a prominent figure in Indian history, by providing a public holiday for the citizens of Delhi.
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| Gazette ID | delhi-notification-declares-public-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-dr-b-r-ambedkar-jayanthi-in-delhi |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in Delhi must ensure that their employees are given a paid holiday on 14th April 2026, and all necessary arrangements are made to observe the holiday. They should also update their holiday calendars and inform their employees accordingly.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- Negotiable Instruments Act
- Delhi Shops and Establishments Act
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Delhi must ensure that their employees are given a paid holiday on 14th April 2026, and all necessary arrangements are made to observe the holiday. They should also update their holiday calendars and inform their employees accordingly. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to honour the birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, a prominent figure in Indian history, by providing a public holiday for the citizens of Delhi.
Summary
The Government of Delhi has declared a public holiday on 14th April 2026 to commemorate Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanthi, which will be observed by all government offices and institutions in the state. This declaration is made under the labour laws applicable in Delhi, aiming to provide a day of rest and celebration for the citizens.