Public Holiday Declared for Voting in Maval, Pune, and Shirur Lok Sabha Constituencies on May 13th

On May 13th, a public holiday has been declared in Maval, Pune, and Shirur for employees to cast their votes in the Lok Sabha elections. This holiday allows people to participate in the democratic process without the burden of work commitments. The Maharashtra State Government issued a notification stating that this holiday applies not only to voters residing in these constituencies but also to those who may be away from their constituencies for work reasons.

Furthermore, the holiday extends to state and central government offices, semi-government offices, public enterprises, and other institutions to ensure maximum participation in the electoral process. This decision aims to increase voter turnout and promote active engagement in the democratic process. To complement this initiative, extensive public awareness campaigns are being conducted to emphasize the importance of voting.

Pune District Collector and District Election Officer, Dr. Suhas Diwase, have urged citizens to fulfill their civic duty by exercising their right to vote. Their encouragement underscores the significance of democratic participation and emphasizes the responsibility of every citizen to contribute to the democratic process by casting their votes.