Election Commission Recommends Three-Day Public Holiday for Upcoming Polls
Summary
The Election Commission has recommended a three-day public holiday around the upcoming elections scheduled for Falgun 21 to encourage voter participation, potentially resulting in a continuous seven-day holiday due to coinciding festivals and observances.
Key Points
- The Election Commission recommended a three-day public holiday for Falgun 20, 21, and 22 to the government.
- The recommendation aims to ensure maximum voter participation in the upcoming elections.
- If approved, the holiday will coincide with Holi festival and International Women's Day, creating a continuous seven-day holiday period.
- The Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari stated that approval of the holiday is at the government's discretion.
