Shimla, Nov 10: All state government departments, public sector units, and educational institutions in Himachal Pradesh will remain closed on November 11 following the declaration of a public holiday for Bhai Dooj.
The state administration updated its leave policy for the festival, which previously applied exclusively to female employees. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu ordered the full closure so that male employees can also join their families for the traditional observances.
This move aligns with recent policy decisions by the Sukhu administration, which previously instituted statewide public holidays on Raksha Bandhan and Karwa Chauth. The Chief Minister noted that extending holiday benefits to all personnel ensures families can observe traditional festivals together without work disruptions.
