The Karnataka government has announced a half-day closure of all offices located in the Vidhan Soudha complex on June 3, 2024, to facilitate the swearing-in ceremony of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. The decision was communicated through an official order issued by the state government.
Official Order Details
According to the order, all government offices, including departments and secretariats housed in the Vidhan Soudha, will remain closed from 2:00 PM onwards on Monday, June 3. The closure is intended to ensure smooth conduct of the oath-taking ceremony, which is scheduled to take place in the afternoon.
Impact on Public Services
The half-day closure will affect public services provided by these offices. Citizens are advised to plan their visits accordingly and complete any pending work before the designated time. Essential services, however, may continue to operate with minimal staff.
Background
DK Shivakumar, a senior Congress leader, was elected as the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka following the party's victory in the recent state assembly elections. The swearing-in ceremony will be held at the Vidhan Soudha, the seat of the state legislature, and will be attended by top political leaders and dignitaries.
Previous Similar Closures
This is not the first time the government has ordered a half-day closure for a political event. Similar measures were taken during the swearing-in of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and other key ministers in the past.
The government has urged all officials and staff to cooperate with the arrangements and ensure that the ceremony proceeds without any disruptions.
