* The Rajasthan government has declared April 11, the birth anniversary of social reformer Jyotiba Phule, a public holiday.
* With this, the state has 30 public holidays and 20 optional holidays. Till now, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jayanti was an optional holiday in the state.
* According to an official statement, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has approved a proposal in this regard. The decision has been taken keeping in mind the common man's feelings and the demand of people's representatives..
Source : Outlook India