Date: January 21, 2024 – In a significant move, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has declared a half-day public holiday on January 22, 2024. This decision comes in connection with the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya, as per the directive in Reference F. No.12/7/2023-JCA dated January 18, 2024, issued by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions (Department of Personnel & Training), Government of India.

The official order, Government Order No.203-JK (GAD) of 2024, issued today, cites continuity with Government Order No.1582-JK(GAD) of 2023 dated December 11, 2023, and Government Order No.1583-JK(GAD) of 2023 dated December 11, 2023. The public holiday will be observed till 2:30 p.m. on January 22, 2024, in the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

This move aims to facilitate the participation of the public in celebrations and observances related to the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya, a momentous occasion for millions of people across the country.

Citizens are encouraged to take note of this half-day public holiday and plan their activities accordingly, considering the restrictions in place until 2:30 p.m. on the specified date. The government urges everyone to join in the festive spirit and celebrate this auspicious occasion with joy and harmony.

By Order of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir.