Gujarat
Labour CodeCircular regarding granting leave to workers for voting Municipal elections in Gujarat
Gujarat published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: gujarat-circular-regarding-granting-leave-to-workers-for-voting-municipal-elections-in-gujarat) on 2026-04-13, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the exercise of voting rights by workers in Gujarat during Municipal elections by mandating employers to grant leave on polling days.
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| Gazette ID | gujarat-circular-regarding-granting-leave-to-workers-for-voting-municipal-elections-in-gujarat |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in Gujarat must grant leave to their workers on the day of Municipal elections to enable them to cast their votes, and ensure compliance with this circular to avoid any potential penalties.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Representation of the People Act, 1951
- The Gujarat Municipalities Act, 1963
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Gujarat must grant leave to their workers on the day of Municipal elections to enable them to cast their votes, and ensure compliance with this circular to avoid any potential penalties. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the exercise of voting rights by workers in Gujarat during Municipal elections by mandating employers to grant leave on polling days.
Summary
The Government of Gujarat has issued a circular regarding granting leave to workers for voting in Municipal elections, ensuring that employees can exercise their right to vote without any hindrance. This move aims to increase voter turnout and promote democratic participation among the working population in Gujarat.