Puducherry
Labour CodeNotification regarding declaration of general election holiday on 9th April 2026 in Puducherry
Puducherry published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: puducherry-notification-regarding-declaration-of-general-election-holiday-on-9th-april-2026-in-puducherry) on 2026-03-23, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to ensure that all employees in Puducherry are able to participate in the general election by declaring a holiday on the day of the election.
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| Gazette ID | puducherry-notification-regarding-declaration-of-general-election-holiday-on-9th-april-2026-in-puducherry |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in Puducherry must declare a holiday on 9th April 2026 and ensure that all employees are able to cast their votes without any hindrance or penalty. They must also ensure that the employees are not deducted for the holiday and are paid their wages as per the labour laws.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Puducherry Shops and Establishments Act
- The Labour Code on Wages
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Puducherry must declare a holiday on 9th April 2026 and ensure that all employees are able to cast their votes without any hindrance or penalty. They must also ensure that the employees are not deducted for the holiday and are paid their wages as per the labour laws. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to ensure that all employees in Puducherry are able to participate in the general election by declaring a holiday on the day of the election.
Summary
The Government of Puducherry has declared a general election holiday on 9th April 2026, which implies that all establishments in the state must remain closed on this day to enable employees to exercise their right to vote. This declaration is made under the relevant labour laws to ensure that workers are not deprived of their democratic rights.