Can a PSU employer in India make attendance and participation in Independence Day celebrations compulsory ?
From India, Bhubaneswar
From India, Bhubaneswar
Attendance at independence celebrations cannot be made compulsory; it should be embraced as a reflection of national spirit. This sentiment should be ingrained in the hearts of each and every citizen of India, rather than only showcasing pride and glory when the Indian cricket team is on the field. Even when independence celebrations are sponsored by foreign companies, I believe that nobody should label an individual's absence as "absent." Will the HRMS support this perspective?
Madhu.T.K
From India, Kannur
Madhu.T.K
From India, Kannur
Dear friend,
No employee is bound to work on 15th August, 2nd October, and 26th January, and no employer can mark anyone absent on these days. Employers can call employees on these days for some cultural programs. If any firm is found operating on these days, the labor department can impose fines on that unit, and the department also has the power to seal the unit.
Thanks,
Pawan Bhatia
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From India, Bahadurgarh
No employee is bound to work on 15th August, 2nd October, and 26th January, and no employer can mark anyone absent on these days. Employers can call employees on these days for some cultural programs. If any firm is found operating on these days, the labor department can impose fines on that unit, and the department also has the power to seal the unit.
Thanks,
Pawan Bhatia
09812585353
From India, Bahadurgarh
Dear All, I agree with Mr.Madhu, we need to participate in Independence Day celebration. This is the day on which all Indians need to cherish in spite of diversity as this festival for all.
From India, Bhubaneswar
From India, Bhubaneswar
It is not simply a question of compulsory attendance; it is a matter of being Indian and feeling proud about it. It assumes more importance when you are a government/PSU employee and set an example. As far as attendance is concerned, the circulars issued by the government departments are amply clear, as are the Civil Services rules.
Dilip
From India, Pune
Dilip
From India, Pune
Dear Friends,
Independence Day is a national holiday, which means it is a paid holiday. Apart from that, all institutions should raise the National Flag and showcase the inspiration of national glory to everyone. If the unit is a continuous process, observe according to the statutory rules.
Regards,
PBS KUMAR
From India, Kakinada
Independence Day is a national holiday, which means it is a paid holiday. Apart from that, all institutions should raise the National Flag and showcase the inspiration of national glory to everyone. If the unit is a continuous process, observe according to the statutory rules.
Regards,
PBS KUMAR
From India, Kakinada
Employee Attendance on National Holidays
No employee is bound to work on 15th August, 2nd October, and 26th January, and no employer can mark them absent on these days. Employers can call employees on these days for cultural programs. If any firm is found operating on these days, the labor department can impose fines on that unit and also has the authority to seal the unit.
Thanks,
Pawan Bhatia
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Operational Requirements in the Hotel Industry
It is not compulsory that all firms are closed, especially in the hotel industry. National holidays are days when business is at its peak. However, the HR and Administration Departments are closed while all Operational Departments remain open.
From India, Ahmadabad
No employee is bound to work on 15th August, 2nd October, and 26th January, and no employer can mark them absent on these days. Employers can call employees on these days for cultural programs. If any firm is found operating on these days, the labor department can impose fines on that unit and also has the authority to seal the unit.
Thanks,
Pawan Bhatia
[Phone Number Removed For Privacy Reasons]
Operational Requirements in the Hotel Industry
It is not compulsory that all firms are closed, especially in the hotel industry. National holidays are days when business is at its peak. However, the HR and Administration Departments are closed while all Operational Departments remain open.
From India, Ahmadabad
Dear Pawan,
It seems you have misinterpreted the question. The question is not about attendance for doing any work in the company, but for attendance to celebrate the Independence Day. Employees are set free to leave for their homes after the celebration is over in any organization.
Even if the employer calls an employee to work on any national holiday, the employer becomes liable to pay double the rate of overtime allowance or the double rate of daily wage as the case may be. Absence on call by an employer can be treated as misconduct on the part of the employee, whether called for the celebration of the Independence Day or to work.
From India, Delhi
It seems you have misinterpreted the question. The question is not about attendance for doing any work in the company, but for attendance to celebrate the Independence Day. Employees are set free to leave for their homes after the celebration is over in any organization.
Even if the employer calls an employee to work on any national holiday, the employer becomes liable to pay double the rate of overtime allowance or the double rate of daily wage as the case may be. Absence on call by an employer can be treated as misconduct on the part of the employee, whether called for the celebration of the Independence Day or to work.
From India, Delhi
Attendance on Independence Day i accept Mr. madhu tk answer.super answer because we are Indian’s
From India, Coimbatore
From India, Coimbatore
Dear Satish,
An employee can be called to work on any holiday with compensatory off or with OTA in lieu of their attendance, except on three national holidays for which only double monetary compensation than the normal becomes due to employees. The three national holidays, as declared by the Government of India, are Republic Day (26th January), Independence Day (15th August), and Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday (2nd October).
From India, Delhi
An employee can be called to work on any holiday with compensatory off or with OTA in lieu of their attendance, except on three national holidays for which only double monetary compensation than the normal becomes due to employees. The three national holidays, as declared by the Government of India, are Republic Day (26th January), Independence Day (15th August), and Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday (2nd October).
From India, Delhi
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