Paid Holiday for Workers on Zilla Parishad, Panchayat Samiti Election Day

• Maharashtra government mandates paid holiday or concession for workers on February 7, 2026, for Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections.
• The directive applies to employees in industries, establishments, and factories, ensuring they can vote.
• Voters registered in election areas, including those working elsewhere, are eligible for the paid holiday.
• All types of establishments, from private companies to IT firms and malls, are covered by this rule.
• For essential services, a 2-3 hour concession is allowed instead of a full holiday to prevent significant loss.

Why It Matters: Workers in Maharashtra get a paid holiday or voting concession for upcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections.