The Government of Maharashtra on November 07, 2024, issued a notification regarding giving a holiday or concession of two hours for voting on polling day to voters in all assembly constituencies for Assembly General Election-2024.
The following has been stated: -
•The Election Commission of India has mandated that workers, officers, and employees in Maharashtra must be given sufficient leave or concession in working hours to vote in the Vidhan Sabha General Election on November 20, 2024.
•This applies to all establishments, including factories, shops, and IT companies. If a full day off is not possible, at least 2-3 hours of leave must be granted for voting. Employers failing to comply may face action, and the circular is available on the Maharashtra government website.
The detailed circular is given in the document below.
[Circular No. Voting 2024/P.No.219/Kamgar-9]
