Thiruvananthapuram: A public holiday has been declared on June 19 in connection with the Nilambur legislative assembly by-election. All government offices and educational institutions within the constituency limits will remain closed on that day. Institutions under the Negotiable Instruments Act will also be granted a paid holiday.
The Chief Electoral Officer, Dr. Rathan U. Khelkar, announced that arrangements would be made by the Labour Commissioner to ensure paid leave for employees of private institutions governed by the Shops and Commercial Establishments Act.
Additionally, the government has declared a “dry day” in the Nilambur constituency starting from 48 hours before the polling — from June 17 onwards — until polling ends. Authorities have been instructed to take necessary precautions to prevent the storage or sale of alcohol during this period.
