Muslim Railway Employees can leave Office early for IFTAR
Muslim Railway Employees observing fast and who are to travel long distance can leave Office early for IFTAR
Railway board has announced Relief for Muslim Employees observing fast during Ramzan month & travelling long distances for IFTAR
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(RAILWAY BOARD)
No.2015/G/35/1 Dated : 15.06.2015
CIRCULAR
During the Holy month of Ramzan, the time of Iftar coincides with setting of the sun, which takes place quite early.
It has, therefore, been decided that those Muslim Railway employees who observe fast and are required to travel a long distance to their residence for Iftar, may be allowed to leave office early wherever feasible.
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(P.S.Meena)
Director (General Admn.)
Railway Board
Download Railway board Circular No.2015/G/35/1 Dated 15.06.2015

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