Haryana
Labour CodeNotification regarding declaration of holiday on poll day for General cum Bye-Elections of Panchayat Raj Institution and Municipal Bodies
Haryana published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: haryana-notification-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-poll-day-for-general-cum-bye-elections-of-panchayat-raj-institution-and-m) on 2026-04-22, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the participation of employees in the democratic process by providing them with a paid holiday on the day of the elections.
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| Gazette ID | haryana-notification-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-poll-day-for-general-cum-bye-elections-of-panchayat-raj-institution-and-m |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in Haryana must declare a paid holiday on the poll day for their employees to enable them to cast their votes. They should also ensure that the holiday is properly communicated to all employees and that necessary arrangements are made to maintain continuity of work.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Haryana Panchayat Samitis and Zilla Parishads Act
- The Haryana Municipal Act
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Haryana must declare a paid holiday on the poll day for their employees to enable them to cast their votes. They should also ensure that the holiday is properly communicated to all employees and that necessary arrangements are made to maintain continuity of work. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the participation of employees in the democratic process by providing them with a paid holiday on the day of the elections.
Summary
The Government of Haryana has declared a holiday on the poll day for the General cum Bye-Elections of Panchayat Raj Institution and Municipal Bodies, which will apply to all establishments in the state. This move aims to enable employees to exercise their right to vote without any hindrance.