Chandigarh, Sept. 30 -- The Haryana government has announced a Rs 13,000 interest-free festival advance for all Class IV employees, providing financial support ahead of the festive season.

Eligible employees must submit their applications by October 14, 2025, to avail of this benefit.

The directive was issued by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, who also holds the additional charge of the Finance Department. The advance is available to both permanent and temporary regular Class IV employees, provided they are likely to remain in service for the next ten months.

For temporary employees, the advance will be approved only upon the guarantee of a permanent employee. The amount will be sanctioned by the respective Drawing and Disbursing Officer...