Public Holiday in Maharashtra in 2026
The Maharashtra Government has declared a paid holiday on 15th Jan 2026 for the ongoing elections. The paid holiday leave is to be given to all those Workers/officials/employees who are voters in the constituency where the election is being held, even if they are working outside the constituency where the election is being held, should be given full pay to exercise their right to vote on the election day.
Exception: In situations of adverse conditions, in dangerous or public utility services, or in cases involving emergencies, where it is not possible to provide full day rest to officials, employees, and workers, it is necessary for the employer to ensure that, instead of full day rest, two to three hours of leave per day shall be granted for the exercise of the employee's right.
Public Holiday in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra government has announced a state-wide public holiday for the upcoming state assembly elections. Government offices and other related organisations will remain closed on Wednesday November 20th 2024 for polling in the state.
“The Government of Maharashtra hereby declares public holiday on account of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly General Election of 2024 in all assembly constituencies on Wednesday, November 20, 2024,” the order read.
The public holiday is for employees in government and semi-government offices, corporations, banks, boards and other organisations.
According to the government order, public holidays on polling day will be available to all government offices, including banks. Hence, banks will remain closed on Nov. 20 across Maharashtra for in-person banking services.
However, customers may continue to use online services and ATMs without any disruption.
