BR Ambedkar's birthday declared closed holiday for central govt offices

The Central government on Wednesday announced the birth anniversary of BR Ambedkar, which falls on April 14, will be a closed holiday.

"It has been decided to declare 14th April, 2020, as a closed holiday on account of the birthday of BR Ambedkar, for all central government offices, including industrial establishment throughout India," the Centre said in an order issued.

"All ministries/departments of Government of India may bring the above decision to the notice of all concerned," the order said.

( With inputs from ANI )

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