Tamil Nadu
Labour CodeNotification regarding declaration of General Assembly election public holiday on 23rd Apr 2026 in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: tamil-nadu-notification-regarding-declaration-of-general-assembly-election-public-holiday-on-23rd-apr-2026-in-tamil-nadu) on 2026-03-26, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the participation of citizens in the democratic process by declaring a public holiday on the day of the General Assembly election.
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| Gazette ID | tamil-nadu-notification-regarding-declaration-of-general-assembly-election-public-holiday-on-23rd-apr-2026-in-tamil-nadu |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in Tamil Nadu must ensure that their employees are granted a paid holiday on 23rd April 2026 to enable them to cast their votes, and must also comply with the relevant labour laws and regulations regarding public holidays.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Tamil Nadu Industrial Establishments (National and Festival Holidays) Act
- The Negotiable Instruments Act
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Tamil Nadu must ensure that their employees are granted a paid holiday on 23rd April 2026 to enable them to cast their votes, and must also comply with the relevant labour laws and regulations regarding public holidays. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to facilitate the participation of citizens in the democratic process by declaring a public holiday on the day of the General Assembly election.
Summary
The Government of Tamil Nadu has declared a public holiday on 23rd April 2026 due to the General Assembly election, which will apply to all industries and establishments in the state. This declaration is made under the relevant labour laws to ensure that employees are able to exercise their right to vote.