The Government of Uttarakhand on December 30, 2024, outlined the public, restricted, and bank holidays for the calendar year 2025. The notification includes details on which holidays apply to government employees, banks, and other institutions, as well as guidelines on restricted holidays that employees can choose to avail.
The government has declared a list of public holidays for 2025, which will be observed across the state. These holidays are mandatory for all government employees, but there’s an important distinction: public holidays under Schedule 1 will not apply to Banks, Treasuries, or Sub-Treasuries. This means employees working in these institutions will follow a separate set of holidays.
Bank and Treasury Holidays (Schedule 4)
In addition to the public holidays, the notification also outlines the holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. These holidays will apply specifically to Banks, Treasuries, and Sub-Treasuries, as listed in Schedule 4. For employees working in these sectors, the holidays marked under this schedule are the official ones they will observe throughout the year.
Restricted Holidays (Schedule 3)
The notification also introduced a list of restricted holidays under Schedule 3, giving employees the flexibility to choose their own days off. Every employee is permitted to avail two holidays from this restricted list during the year. This provision allows employees to take additional time off based on their preferences or cultural significance, without affecting their mandatory work schedule.
Key Takeaways:
- Public holidays will be observed by all government employees, but not applicable to those working in banks/treasuries.
- Bank and treasury holidays will follow the holidays specified under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, which will apply to employees in these sectors.
- Restricted holidays allow employees to choose up to two days off from a provided list, offering more flexibility in their holiday planning.
