Special Leave Granted for Voters in Karnataka West Graduates Constituency Polls

Eligible voters in the Karnataka West Graduates Constituency will receive a one-day special casual leave on Friday to cast their ballots in the Council elections.

Leave Details

According to a release from Regional Commissioner of Belagavi Division and Returning Officer K.M. Janaki, the leave is subject to prior permission from the employer. Officials including Assistant Returning Officers and Deputy Commissioners have been directed to ensure compliance under Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act 1951.

District Closures

Government offices, schools, and colleges housing 137 polling stations across Dharwad, Haveri, Uttara Kannada, and Gadag districts remain closed on Thursday for biennial election preparations. A holiday is also in place for Friday during polling to maintain law and order.

Context

Special casual leave provisions during elections are designed to ensure that working citizens can exercise their democratic rights without losing pay or facing workplace hurdles. Local administrations coordinate these temporary closures and leave rules to support smooth polling operations.