Tamil Nadu
HolidayNotification regarding declaration of paid holiday on occasion of bye election in Dharapuram and Madhurantakam constituencies on 06/10/2026 in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: tamil-nadu-notification-regarding-declaration-of-paid-holiday-on-occasion-of-bye-election-in-dharapuram-and-madhurantakam-constitu) on 2026-09-18, filed under Holiday. The purpose of this notification is to enable employees to participate in the democratic process by casting their votes in the bye elections without losing a day's pay.
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| Gazette ID | tamil-nadu-notification-regarding-declaration-of-paid-holiday-on-occasion-of-bye-election-in-dharapuram-and-madhurantakam-constitu |
| Category | Holiday |
Action Required
Employers in Tamil Nadu must declare a paid holiday on 06/10/2026 to allow their employees to vote in the bye elections, and ensure that all employees are aware of this holiday. They must also ensure that the payroll is updated accordingly to reflect the paid holiday.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
- The Tamil Nadu Industrial Establishments (National and Festival Holidays) Act, 1958
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in Tamil Nadu must declare a paid holiday on 06/10/2026 to allow their employees to vote in the bye elections, and ensure that all employees are aware of this holiday. They must also ensure that the payroll is updated accordingly to reflect the paid holiday. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to enable employees to participate in the democratic process by casting their votes in the bye elections without losing a day's pay.
Summary
The Government of Tamil Nadu has declared a paid holiday on 06/10/2026 for the bye elections in Dharapuram and Madhurantakam constituencies, ensuring that all employees in the state can exercise their right to vote. This holiday is applicable to all industries and establishments in the state, including IT/ITES, Manufacturing, and Service Sector.