Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has announced a local holiday for all government and semi-government offices in Mumbai and Mumbai Suburban districts on December 6, 2024, to observe Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Mahaparinirvan Diwas. This declaration follows the provisions outlined in the General Administration Department’s circular dated September 18, 1996.
According to the official circular, Mumbai has been granted local holidays annually on Anant Chaturdashi and Gopalkala (Dahi Handi) since 2007. The upcoming holiday for Dr Ambedkar Mahaparinirvan Diwas will be the third local holiday in 2024 for the region.
The holiday applies to all state government and semi-government offices within the jurisdiction of Mumbai and Mumbai Suburban districts. The order is issued under the provisions of Government Resolution No. P&S. P-13/II/B, dated November 5, 1958.
The official circular is available on the Maharashtra government’s website (www.maharashtra.gov.in) under reference number 202412041118267307. It has been digitally signed and issued in the name of the Governor of Maharashtra.
The observance of Mahaparinirvan Diwas marks the death anniversary of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution and a key social reformer. The day is marked by tributes and commemorative events across the state.
Mumbai Police Issues Traffic Advisory
Meanwhile, in preparation for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s 68th death anniversary, Mahaparinirvan Diwas, the Mumbai Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory from December 5 to 7. The advisory is intended to manage the anticipated large crowds visiting Chaitya Bhoomi at Shivaji Park, Dadar, where thousands of followers are expected to pay their respects.
In view of the #MahaparinirvanDiwas of Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar a large number of devotees are expected to visit Chaityabhoomi, Dadar
— Mumbai Traffic Police (@MTPHereToHelp) December 3, 2024
To avoid inconvenience following traffic arrangement will be in place from 6.00 hrs in the morning of 5th Dec till 24.00 hrs on 7th Dec pic.twitter.com/OYWqcF2gYe
Vehicular movement around Dadar is likely to be affected due to the influx of visitors. To minimize inconvenience, the police have urged motorists to follow the designated diversions and prioritise public transport. The traffic arrangements are aimed at ensuring a smooth and organised experience for those attending the commemorative events at Shivaji Park.