Chhattisgarh Government Reschedules Holiday: Devuthani Ekadashi Now A State Public Holiday

The <b>Chhattisgarh government</b> has officially revised its holiday calendar, announcing a public holiday on <b>November 20</b> to mark the auspicious occasion of <b>Devuthani Ekadashi</b>. This decision replaces the previously scheduled holiday for Govardhan Puja, ensuring that state employees and citizens can observe the festival with traditional fervor. The General Administration Department has issued a formal notification confirming this change across all government offices and institutions in the state. This administrative adjustment reflects the state's commitment to honoring significant cultural and religious traditions that hold deep local importance. By shifting the holiday, the government aims to facilitate better participation in the Devuthani festivities, which are widely celebrated across the region as the day marking the awakening of Lord Vishnu. Citizens are advised to update their personal and professional calendars to reflect this change in the official holiday schedule. With this announcement, all state-run offices, schools, and banks will remain closed on November 20. Please ensure that any pending official work or appointments scheduled for this date are rescheduled accordingly to avoid any inconvenience. This proactive update ensures that the public can plan their celebrations without any last-minute confusion or disruption to their festive plans.