Local body elections: Kerala govt declares public holiday on December 9 and 11

The Kerala government has announced a public holiday on polling days for the upcoming local body elections. The move covers both government offices and commercial establishments, with paid leave applicable.

When and where the holiday applies

December 9: Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam districts.

December 11: Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts.

Impact on businesses

The holiday will apply to commercial establishments as well, ensuring employees are entitled to paid leave on the respective polling days.