In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881 26 of 1881 read with the Government of India

## Report on Declaration of Holiday on April 14, 2021 in National Capital Territory of Delhi **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, declaring Wednesday, April 14, 2021, as a public holiday. The purpose of the notification, based solely on the provided text, is to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The key finding is that this notification, issued under the authority of the Negotiable Instruments Act, mandates a holiday for the National Capital Territory of Delhi on the specified date. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview of a notification concerning a holiday declaration in Delhi, based on the text of the official notification provided. The report analyzes the core objective, background, key provisions, stakeholders, implementation aspects, and expected outcomes derived *only* from the provided text. **3. Policy Overview:** * This is a new policy declaration specific to a single date. * **Core Objective(s):** The primary objective, as directly stated in the notification, is to declare April 14, 2021, a holiday to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. **4. Background and Rationale:** * This is a new policy declaration specific to a single date. The rationale, based on the notification, is to honor and commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. This suggests a recognition of his contributions and significance, leading to the declaration of a holiday in his honor. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * This is a new policy declaration specific to a single date. The central provision is the declaration of Wednesday, April 14, 2021, as a public holiday in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. This means that government offices, businesses, and other institutions are expected to observe a holiday on this day. * The legal basis for this declaration is Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, read with a Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs Notification (No. U11030273UTL dated 28061973). **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the target audience and stakeholders directly affected by this declaration include: * All residents and entities within the National Capital Territory of Delhi. * Government employees and offices within Delhi. * Businesses and commercial establishments in Delhi. * Educational institutions in Delhi. * Banks and financial institutions within Delhi, given the reference to the Negotiable Instruments Act. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The notification is issued by the Lt. Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, acting through the General Administration Department (GAD). The Deputy Secretary of GAD is responsible for issuing the order. The Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi110064 and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi110054. is responsible for publishing the notice. * **Timelines or Procedures:** The notification specifies a clear timeline: the holiday is to be observed on April 14, 2021. There are no explicit procedures detailed in the provided text beyond the declaration itself. However, it can be inferred that relevant organizations will need to adjust their operations to accommodate the holiday. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** * As this is a declaration specific to a single date, the likely intended outcome is to provide a day of observance and remembrance for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's birthday. The expected impact is a widespread observance of a public holiday on the specified date within the National Capital Territory of Delhi. This would likely result in the closure of government offices, banks, and many businesses, impacting productivity and economic activity on that day. **9. Conclusion:** The notification declaring April 14, 2021, as a public holiday in Delhi to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is a significant event within the National Capital Territory. This declaration, issued under the authority of the Negotiable Instruments Act, affects a wide range of stakeholders and is expected to result in the widespread observance of a holiday on the specified date.

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