The Government of Tamil Nadu on January 20th 2025 has officially declared February 5, 2025 (Wednesday) as a public holiday in connection with the Bye-Election to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly for the Erode (East) Assembly Constituency.
This election is scheduled to take place on the same date, and the holiday will apply to those within the constituency and those registered as voters in it.
Key Details:
Date of Holiday: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Reason: Bye-election to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly for the 98. Erode (East) Assembly Constituency.
Holiday Applicable:
- All Government offices, industrial establishments, and educational institutions in the Erode East Assembly Constituency will remain closed on this day.
- Employees in Erode and neighboring districts who are registered voters in the 98. Erode (East) constituency will also be granted a paid holiday to exercise their voting rights.
This decision comes under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Central Act XXVI of 1881), and aims to ensure that voters can participate in the democratic process without any work-related concerns.
