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Kerala government has declared public holidays on December 9 and 11 for Local Body Elections 2025, closing all schools, colleges and government offices district-wise. Southern districts observe December 9 off, northern ones December 11; commercial firms must grant paid leave to boost voter turnout across 1,199 local bodies.
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District-wise polling holidays
The staggered holidays align with two-phase voting for grama panchayats, municipalities and corporations on December 9 (southern districts) and December 11 (northern districts). Polling runs 7am–6pm, with real-time results via the State Election Commission's TREND 2025 portal.
Key highlights
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December 9 off (Tuesday): Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam—all public/educational institutions closed.
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December 11 off (Thursday): Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, Kasaragod—same closures apply.
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Commercial mandate: Private firms must provide paid holidays to employees for voting, ensuring broad participation.
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Election scope: Covers 1,199 of 1,200 local bodies; aims for orderly polls and high turnout amid competitive three-cornered fights.
Sources: Economic Times; India Today Education; News18; Jagran Josh; state government notifications via Mathrubhumi English.
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