The Labour Department, Government of Haryana, on April 21, 2026, issued a notification declaring a paid holiday for certain employees in connection with the General Election to the Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu scheduled on April 23, 2026.
Exercising powers under the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958, the Governor of Haryana has declared Thursday, April 23, 2026, as a paid holiday for employees working in shops and commercial establishments in Haryana, only for those who are registered voters in Tamil Nadu, to enable them to exercise their voting rights.
This measure ensures that eligible employees can participate in the electoral process without loss of wages, thereby facilitating voter participation across states.
[Notification No.: Elec-2026/IR-II/PSCE/Hol/10288]
