Government offices, educational institutions and financial institutions across the district will remain closed following a state government notification
Guwahati: The Assam government has announced a local holiday in Kamrup (Metropolitan) district on November 9 in connection with Diwali celebrations.
The decision, issued by the General Administration Department on behalf of the Governor, will apply to all state government offices, educational institutions and financial institutions within the district.
The closure of financial institutions will be governed by Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
Diwali, popularly known as the festival of lights, will be celebrated on November 8 this year. The festival marks the new moon night of Kartik and is traditionally observed with Lakshmi and Ganesha puja, lighting of earthen lamps and festive celebrations. The five-day festivities commenced with Dhanteras on November 6.
According to Drik Panchang, the Lakshmi Puja muhurat in New Delhi is scheduled between 5.54 pm and 7.50 pm on November 8. However, puja timings may differ across regions, and devotees in Guwahati are advised to follow the local panchang for accurate timings.
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