Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government has declared November 11, 2025 (Tuesday) as a paid holiday in view of the bye-elections to Assembly Constituencies 27-Budgam and 77-Nagrota.
The announcement, made under Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, was issued through Government Order No. 1355-JK(GAD) of 2025 by the General Administration Department on October 16, 2025.
As per the order, the polling day will be treated as a paid holiday for all persons employed in any business, trade, industrial undertaking, or other establishments who are eligible to vote in the respective constituencies. Employers are prohibited from making any wage deductions or abatements on account of the holiday.
The order further cautions that any employer violating these provisions will be liable to a fine of up to ₹500. However, the rule will not apply to electors whose absence could cause danger or significant loss to their employment.
Additionally, the government has stated that this paid holiday will be recognized under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, ensuring that all government and private offices within the notified constituencies remain closed on the polling day.
