A mandatory holiday has been declared in Mumbai on November 20, 2024, for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections to enhance voter turnout. The order mandates that all businesses and establishments grant leave to employees without salary deductions. Employers violating this order will face penalties. Emergency workers must be given at least four hours to vote if a full day off is not feasible. The Election Commission aims to address urban voter apathy and increase participation in elections.
A mandatory holiday has been declared in Mumbai on November 20, 2024, for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections to enhance voter turnout. The order mandates that all businesses and establishments grant leave to employees without salary deductions. Employers violating this order will face penalties. Emergency workers must be given at least four hours to vote if a full day off is not feasible. The Election Commission aims to address urban voter apathy and increase participation in elections.
•Aimed at increasing voter turnout in the city.
•Employers must grant leave without salary deductions.
•Violations by employers will be penalized.
•Emergency workers must receive at least four hours to vote.
•Election Commission focuses on urban voter engagement.