Dimapur, Oct. 29 (EMN): In accordance with Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 and in view of the bye-election for 14-Southern Angami-I and 60- Pungro Kiphire assembly constituencies in Nagaland on November 3, the state government has notified that all establishments including government offices and shops will remain closed in the area falling under the two constituencies on the day of poll.
It also announced that paid holiday will be granted to all employees in the area of the constituencies, including those electors working outside the constituencies in order to enable them to participate and exercise their franchise. However, this shall not apply to any elector whose absence may cause danger or substantial loss in respect of the employment in which he or she is engaged.
