New Delhi: In light of the upcoming consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, all central government offices in India will observe a half-day holiday on January 22, as announced by Union minister Jitendra Singh. The decision aims to honor the sentiments surrounding the occasion.
The Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha, scheduled for January 22, 2024, will be a nationwide celebration. To allow employees to participate in these festivities, a directive has been issued stating that all central government offices, institutions, and industrial establishments throughout India will be closed for half a day until 1430 hours on January 22, 2024.
This half-day holiday is a gesture to acknowledge the significance of the Ram Temple consecration and to enable the participation of central government employees in the celebratory events. The decision aligns with the government’s commitment to recognizing and respecting cultural and religious occasions that hold importance for citizens across the country.