Government of Bihar Notification—Election Paid Holiday

In a move to facilitate voter participation, the Government of Bihar has declared Saturday, June 28, 2025, as a paid holiday for employees working in establishments, factories, and other organizations situated within the jurisdiction of areas going to the Municipal General/Sub-Elections, 2025.

📌 Key Highlights:

• Notification Date: 18 June 2025
• Election Day: Saturday, 28 June 2025
• Applies To:
  • All categories of workers, including casual and contract employees
  • Employees of private establishments, factories, shops, and industrial undertakings in the concerned election areas
• Objective: To ensure that every eligible voter is able to exercise their right to vote without any employment-related hindrance.

⚖️ Legal Backing:

This paid holiday is declared in accordance with Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which mandates that all employers must grant paid leave to employees on the day of voting in their respective constituencies.

❌ Non-Compliance Warning:

Employers who fail to comply with this directive may face legal consequences as per the relevant provisions of the Act.

Notification: