Maharashtra
Labour CodeCircular regarding paid holiday for employees on account of the Assembly Bye-Elections in Maharashtra
Maharashtra published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: maharashtra-circular-regarding-paid-holiday-for-employees-on-account-of-the-assembly-bye-elections-in-maharashtra) on 2026-04-17, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to enable employees in Maharashtra to participate in the democratic process by providing them with a paid holiday on the day of the Assembly Bye-Elections.
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| Gazette ID | maharashtra-circular-regarding-paid-holiday-for-employees-on-account-of-the-assembly-bye-elections-in-maharashtra |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in Maharashtra must grant a paid holiday to their employees on the day of the Assembly Bye-Elections and ensure that they are not penalized or deducted for the same. Employers should also ensure that the holiday is properly recorded and paid as per the applicable labour laws.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act
- The Factories Act
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Maharashtra must grant a paid holiday to their employees on the day of the Assembly Bye-Elections and ensure that they are not penalized or deducted for the same. Employers should also ensure that the holiday is properly recorded and paid as per the applicable labour laws. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to enable employees in Maharashtra to participate in the democratic process by providing them with a paid holiday on the day of the Assembly Bye-Elections.
Summary
The Government of Maharashtra has issued a circular declaring a paid holiday for employees on account of the Assembly Bye-Elections in the state, ensuring that workers can exercise their right to vote without losing a day's pay. This move aims to increase voter turnout and facilitate the democratic process.