Haryana Government Alters Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday Amid Financial Year End

The Haryana government has announced a restricted holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr on March 31 due to the financial year closing, instead of a gazetted holiday. Controversy arises as BJP MLA Karnail Singh seeks to curb Namaz in public places, sparking opposition from Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad over religious rights.

The Haryana government's decision to designate March 31 as a restricted holiday, rather than a gazetted holiday, for Eid-ul-Fitr acknowledges the financial year closure. This allows employees discretion in taking the day off rather than a mandatory closure of government offices.

Meanwhile, political tensions are escalating as BJP MLA Karnail Singh's request to the Delhi Police to curtail Namaz in public spaces garners criticism. Singh argues that public prayers cause traffic issues, while Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad insists that such restrictions infringe on constitutional rights to religious freedom.

Prasad emphasizes the peaceful nature of Namaz and its centuries-old tradition, arguing that any hindrance violates the Constitution and is an infringement on religious practices. The debate underscores ongoing tensions balancing public convenience and religious rights.

(With inputs from agencies.)