Delhi
Labour CodeOffice Order regarding declaration of Paid holiday for voters of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to cast their votes
Delhi published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: delhi-office-order-regarding-declaration-of-paid-holiday-for-voters-of-tamil-nadu-and-west-bengal-to-cast-their-votes) on 2026-04-17, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the exercise of voting rights by employees from Tamil Nadu and West Bengal residing in Delhi, in line with the principles of the Labour Code and democratic participation.
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| Gazette ID | delhi-office-order-regarding-declaration-of-paid-holiday-for-voters-of-tamil-nadu-and-west-bengal-to-cast-their-votes |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in Delhi must declare a paid holiday for employees from Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to cast their votes, ensuring that these employees do not lose a day's pay for exercising their voting rights. Employers should update their leave policies and notify affected employees accordingly.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Representation of the People Act, 1951
- Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Delhi must declare a paid holiday for employees from Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to cast their votes, ensuring that these employees do not lose a day's pay for exercising their voting rights. Employers should update their leave policies and notify affected employees accordingly. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the exercise of voting rights by employees from Tamil Nadu and West Bengal residing in Delhi, in line with the principles of the Labour Code and democratic participation.
Summary
The Delhi government has declared a paid holiday for voters from Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to cast their votes, ensuring that employees can exercise their right to vote without losing a day's pay. This move is expected to increase voter turnout and promote democratic participation among citizens from these states residing in Delhi.