Madhesh Province declares extra holiday on October 28 for Chhath Festival

Summary

Madhesh Province has declared an extra public holiday on October 28 to mark the fourth day of the Chhath festival, following a federal holiday on October 27 for the festival's second day.

Key Points
  • Madhesh Province government announced an additional public holiday on October 28.
  • The holiday is to mark the fourth day of the Chhath festival.
  • The provincial holiday was included in the gazette last April.
  • The federal government had already declared a holiday on October 27 for Chhath celebrations.
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