West Bengal
Labour CodeNotification regarding declaration of public holiday on occasion of Buddha Purnima on 01st May 2026 in West Bengal
West Bengal published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: west-bengal-notification-regarding-declaration-of-public-holiday-on-occasion-of-buddha-purnima-on-01st-may-2026-in-west-bengal) on 2026-04-28, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to provide a public holiday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha and to allow employees to observe and celebrate this significant occasion.
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| Gazette ID | west-bengal-notification-regarding-declaration-of-public-holiday-on-occasion-of-buddha-purnima-on-01st-may-2026-in-west-bengal |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers in West Bengal must ensure that their establishments remain closed on 01st May 2026, and employees are given a paid holiday, as per the Labour Code. They should also update their holiday calendars and inform employees about the public holiday.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- Labour Code
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers in West Bengal must ensure that their establishments remain closed on 01st May 2026, and employees are given a paid holiday, as per the Labour Code. They should also update their holiday calendars and inform employees about the public holiday. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to provide a public holiday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha and to allow employees to observe and celebrate this significant occasion.
Summary
The Government of West Bengal has declared a public holiday on the occasion of Buddha Purnima on 01st May 2026, which will be applicable to all industries and establishments in the state. This declaration is made under the Labour Code and aims to provide a day of rest and celebration for employees across West Bengal.