In response to severe flooding across Ganjam district, the local administration has cancelled the Sunday holiday on 8 November 2026 for all government officers and employees to expedite emergency relief, restoration, and rehabilitation efforts.
An official order issued by the Collector & District Magistrate of Ganjam instructs all personnel attached to District Offices, Sub-Divisional Offices, Block Offices, and auxiliary state establishments across the district to report for duty as normal.
Mandatory Attendance & Disciplinary Directives
The district collectorate underlined the emergency nature of the relief operations, laying down strict compliance parameters for all administrative branches. Covers all administrative offices, block-level functionaries, revenue officials, and field relief staff operating within Ganjam district.
Personnel are mandated to remain at their respective stations to facilitate continuous relief distribution, road clearance, and restoration of essential services.
The order explicitly warns that any unauthorized absence, deviation, or non-compliance will be treated with utmost severity, triggering immediate disciplinary proceedings against defaulting officers.
