Assam Declares April 9 a Paid Holiday for Workers to Vote in Assembly Elections

The Assam government has declared April 9, 2026 — the day of polling for the General Election to the Assam Legislative Assembly — as a paid holiday for workers and employees across a wide range of establishments in the state.

The notification was issued by the Labour Welfare Department, following a direction from the Election Department, Assam.

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The paid holiday applies to employees working in:

• Factories and industrial units

• Tea plantations

• Shops and commercial establishments

• Public entertainment and amusement venues

• Contractors' establishments and firms

• Workshops and other industries

• Financial institutions and banks

In short, the order covers virtually all organised-sector workplaces operating within Assam.