Himachal declares Karwa Chauth holiday for Men and Women

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Himachal declares Karwa Chauth holiday for Men and Women

Shimla, Oct 28,

The Himachal Pradesh government has declared October 29 a public holiday on the occasion of Karwa Chauth, extending the festival holiday to employees across government departments and institutions in the state.

According to a notification issued by the General Administration Department on October 28, Governor of Himachal Pradesh has declared Thursday, October 29, a public holiday to enable employees to celebrate Karwa Chauth.

The notification, issued under the reference number GAD-A(F)10-8/2025, applies to all departments, boards, corporations, schools, colleges and universities under the Himachal Pradesh government.

The decision comes under the leadership of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, with the government having previously extended the Raksha Bandhan holiday to men as well.

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The notification clarifies that the holiday will not be treated as a holiday under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.

Copies of the order have been circulated to administrative secretaries, Deputy Commissioners, heads of departments, universities and other concerned authorities for necessary action.