Puducherry

Labour Code

Corrigendum regarding Change of Public Holiday in Puducherry, Karaikal & Yanam regions for Ramzan holidays for the year 2026

Puducherry published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: puducherry-corrigendum-regarding-change-of-public-holiday-in-puducherry-karaikal-yanam-regions-for-ramzan-holidays-for-the-year-20) on 2026-03-19, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to clarify and amend the public holiday schedule in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions to align with the Ramzan holidays for the year 2026.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID puducherry-corrigendum-regarding-change-of-public-holiday-in-puducherry-karaikal-yanam-regions-for-ramzan-holidays-for-the-year-20
Category Labour Code
Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-03-19

Action Required

Employers in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions must update their public holiday calendars to reflect the changes made by this corrigendum and ensure compliance with the amended holiday schedule. This may involve revising employee leave policies and payroll processing.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • The Puducherry Public Holidays Act
  • Labour Code on Public Holidays

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions must update their public holiday calendars to reflect the changes made by this corrigendum and ensure compliance with the amended holiday schedule. This may involve revising employee leave policies and payroll processing.
Compliance Deadline

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to clarify and amend the public holiday schedule in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions to align with the Ramzan holidays for the year 2026.

Summary

The Government of Puducherry has issued a corrigendum regarding the change of public holiday in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions for Ramzan holidays in the year 2026. This change affects the list of public holidays observed in these regions, which employers must adhere to for employee benefits and compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (puducherry-corrigendum-regarding-change-of-public-holiday-in-puducherry-karaikal-yanam-regions-for-ramzan-holidays-for-the-year-20)?
Puducherry issued this notification, published on 2026-03-19.
What is Gazette Notification puducherry-corrigendum-regarding-change-of-public-holiday-in-puducherry-karaikal-yanam-regions-for-ramzan-holidays-for-the-year-20 about?
The purpose of this notification is to clarify and amend the public holiday schedule in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions to align with the Ramzan holidays for the year 2026.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification puducherry-corrigendum-regarding-change-of-public-holiday-in-puducherry-karaikal-yanam-regions-for-ramzan-holidays-for-the-year-20?
Employers in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam regions must update their public holiday calendars to reflect the changes made by this corrigendum and ensure compliance with the amended holiday schedule. This may involve revising employee leave policies and payroll processing. The compliance deadline is 2026-03-19.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification puducherry-corrigendum-regarding-change-of-public-holiday-in-puducherry-karaikal-yanam-regions-for-ramzan-holidays-for-the-year-20?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).