GUWAHATI, SEP 22: The Assam government has decided to disbursed salaries of the state government employees in view of the Durga Puja celebrations in the state.
The government employees will start receiving their salaries for the month of September from the 29th of this month.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asked the Finance Department to disburse salaries from September 29 to ensure unhindered celebrations of puja season by State government employees.
CM Sarma stated that this step is in appreciation of the commitment and dedication of the government employees and the government’s care for them.
As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the bank holidays for the month of October 2022 stand at 21 days, which has been listed by the central bank.
All banks across the country will not remain closed on all RBI-listed 21 days as the holidays and festivals vary from state to state.